Winterizing Your Nashville Home: 5 Mistakes Homeowners Make (and How a Garage Floor Coating Can Help)

Middle Tennessee winters can be unpredictable—mild one week and icy the next. A few smart maintenance steps can make all the difference in keeping your home and garage comfortable and protected. Avoid these five common mistakes, and you’ll be ready for whatever this winter brings.

Mistake #1: Forgetting to Seal Windows and Doors

Even a small draft can send your heating costs soaring. Before the cold sets in, check the caulk and weatherstripping around doors and windows. Re-sealing gaps helps maintain indoor warmth and keeps moisture from sneaking inside.

Mistake #2: Overlooking Exposed Pipes

Garage and crawlspace pipes are especially vulnerable to freezing during cold snaps. Adding insulation sleeves or foam wraps can prevent costly bursts and protect your plumbing from sudden temperature drops.

Mistake #3: Ignoring Gutter Maintenance

Leaves and debris left in gutters can cause rainwater and melting ice to back up, potentially leading to leaks. Clean them thoroughly and make sure downspouts direct water away from your foundation.

Mistake #4: Neglecting the Garage Floor Coating

Here’s one most homeowners never think about. Winter moisture, salt, and road grime from your car can all seep into bare concrete, causing cracking, pitting, and surface damage. A professional garage floor coating acts as a seamless barrier, locking out moisture and contaminants.

At Garage Floor Coating of Nashville, we use a 100%-solids, moisture-mitigating epoxy primer, followed by a full broadcast of decorative flakes for traction and color. We finish with two coats of UV-stable polyaspartic topcoat designed to resist tire heat, road chemicals, and seasonal wear.

Mistake #5: Waiting Until Spring to Make Repairs

Cold weather doesn’t mean you have to postpone upgrades. In fact, winter is an ideal time to inspect your garage for small cracks or gaps. Installing a garage floor coating before spring ensures your concrete is protected from moisture intrusion now and ready for the heat later.