{"id":539,"date":"2023-08-30T22:54:37","date_gmt":"2023-08-31T02:54:37","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sierrasothebysrealty.blog\/2023\/08\/30\/expert-tips-to-winterize-your-high-elevation-home\/"},"modified":"2023-08-30T22:54:37","modified_gmt":"2023-08-31T02:54:37","slug":"expert-tips-to-winterize-your-high-elevation-home","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.sothebysrealty.com\/sierrasir\/blog\/2023\/08\/30\/expert-tips-to-winterize-your-high-elevation-home\/","title":{"rendered":"Expert Tips To Winterize Your High-Elevation Home"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We are all drawn to the majesty and allure of high-elevation homes. Stunning views, snowy peaks, crisp air, and high-desert landscapes blend nature with lifestyle.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Part and parcel for the Lake Tahoe\/Reno region is safeguarding your home (possibly your most significant financial investment) from snow, wind, ice, and critter damage. With elevations ranging from 4,500 (Reno) to 8,923 (Mount Rose Summit), freezing temperatures and snow can arrive unexpectedly \u2014 often sending homeowners scrambling for winter supplies in less-than-favorable conditions.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_11365\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-11365\" style=\"width: 1920px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sierrasothebysrealty.com\/eng\/sales\/detail\/301-l-83946-3qrt2q\/3023-copper-stone-dr-damonte-ranch-reno-nv-89521\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-attachment-id=\"11365\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.sothebysrealty.com\/sierrasir\/blog\/2023\/08\/30\/expert-tips-to-winterize-your-high-elevation-home\/2-25\/\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/www.sothebysrealty.com\/sierrasir\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/2-1.jpg\" data-orig-size=\"1920,1080\" data-comments-opened=\"0\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;xr:d:DAFpqStu4ZQ:25,j:6476577422525969605,t:23082817&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;xr:d:DAFpqStu4ZQ:25,j:6476577422525969605,t:23082817&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;1&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"2\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/www.sothebysrealty.com\/sierrasir\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/2-1-1024x576.jpg\" class=\"wp-image-11365 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.sothebysrealty.com\/sierrasir\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/2-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1080\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sothebysrealty.com\/sierrasir\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/2-1.jpg 1920w, https:\/\/www.sothebysrealty.com\/sierrasir\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/2-1-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.sothebysrealty.com\/sierrasir\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/2-1-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.sothebysrealty.com\/sierrasir\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/2-1-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.sothebysrealty.com\/sierrasir\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/2-1-1536x864.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\" \/><\/a><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-11365\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">3023 Copper Stone Drive | Reno, Nevada 89521<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">So, as days get shorter and fall presents its golden palette, it\u2019s time to check off your winter home protection list. To help you, we\u2019ve collected our top tips from local sources. Getting a jump on winter preparations guarantees more time for carving slopes and cradling mugs of hot deliciousness.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sothebysrealty.com\/sierrasir\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/3-1.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-attachment-id=\"11366\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.sothebysrealty.com\/sierrasir\/blog\/2023\/08\/30\/expert-tips-to-winterize-your-high-elevation-home\/3-21\/\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/www.sothebysrealty.com\/sierrasir\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/3-1.jpg\" data-orig-size=\"1920,1080\" data-comments-opened=\"0\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;xr:d:DAFpqStu4ZQ:25,j:6476577422525969605,t:23082817&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;xr:d:DAFpqStu4ZQ:25,j:6476577422525969605,t:23082817&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;1&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"3\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/www.sothebysrealty.com\/sierrasir\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/3-1-1024x576.jpg\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-11366\" src=\"https:\/\/www.sothebysrealty.com\/sierrasir\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/3-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1080\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sothebysrealty.com\/sierrasir\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/3-1.jpg 1920w, https:\/\/www.sothebysrealty.com\/sierrasir\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/3-1-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.sothebysrealty.com\/sierrasir\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/3-1-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.sothebysrealty.com\/sierrasir\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/3-1-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.sothebysrealty.com\/sierrasir\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/3-1-1536x864.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><strong>Landscaping:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400; text-align: left;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Install snow poles to mark walkways, propane tanks, firewood storage,\u00a0 driveways, outdoor steps, and mailboxes.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400; text-align: left;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fertilize, aerate, and reseed your lawn along with seasonal pruning.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400; text-align: left;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Make sure your snowblower is serviced and ready for action.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400; text-align: left;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Drain and shut off the irrigation system, store garden hoses, and winterize fountains\/ponds.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400; text-align: left;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cover and store patio furniture, outdoor rugs, flower pots, and decor.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400; text-align: left;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Clean up yard debris, including leaves, then mulch to protect plants. <\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sothebysrealty.com\/sierrasir\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/4.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-attachment-id=\"11367\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.sothebysrealty.com\/sierrasir\/blog\/2023\/08\/30\/expert-tips-to-winterize-your-high-elevation-home\/4-21\/\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/www.sothebysrealty.com\/sierrasir\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/4.jpg\" data-orig-size=\"1920,1080\" data-comments-opened=\"0\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;xr:d:DAFpqStu4ZQ:25,j:6476577422525969605,t:23082817&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;xr:d:DAFpqStu4ZQ:25,j:6476577422525969605,t:23082817&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;1&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"4\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/www.sothebysrealty.com\/sierrasir\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/4-1024x576.jpg\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-11367\" src=\"https:\/\/www.sothebysrealty.com\/sierrasir\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/4.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1080\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sothebysrealty.com\/sierrasir\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/4.jpg 1920w, https:\/\/www.sothebysrealty.com\/sierrasir\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/4-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.sothebysrealty.com\/sierrasir\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/4-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.sothebysrealty.com\/sierrasir\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/4-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.sothebysrealty.com\/sierrasir\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/4-1536x864.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><strong>Systems:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400; text-align: left;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Wrap vulnerable pipes to prevent breakage.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400; text-align: left;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Replace batteries in smoke alarms, carbon monoxide detectors, and thermostats.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400; text-align: left;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Switch ceiling fans to run clockwise, pushing down warm air.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400; text-align: left;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Inspect and service your home&#8217;s backup generator.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400; text-align: left;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Declutter garages, storage sheds, and areas critters may want to hibernate.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400; text-align: left;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Clean and inspect fireplaces, chimneys and change heating filters.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_11368\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-11368\" style=\"width: 1920px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sothebysrealty.com\/sierrasir\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/5.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-attachment-id=\"11368\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.sothebysrealty.com\/sierrasir\/blog\/2023\/08\/30\/expert-tips-to-winterize-your-high-elevation-home\/5-17-2\/\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/www.sothebysrealty.com\/sierrasir\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/5.jpg\" data-orig-size=\"1920,1080\" data-comments-opened=\"0\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;xr:d:DAFpqStu4ZQ:25,j:6476577422525969605,t:23082817&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;xr:d:DAFpqStu4ZQ:25,j:6476577422525969605,t:23082817&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;1&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"5\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/www.sothebysrealty.com\/sierrasir\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/5-1024x576.jpg\" class=\"wp-image-11368 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.sothebysrealty.com\/sierrasir\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/5.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1080\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sothebysrealty.com\/sierrasir\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/5.jpg 1920w, https:\/\/www.sothebysrealty.com\/sierrasir\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/5-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.sothebysrealty.com\/sierrasir\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/5-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.sothebysrealty.com\/sierrasir\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/5-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.sothebysrealty.com\/sierrasir\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/5-1536x864.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\" \/><\/a><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-11368\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><a href=\"https:\/\/jessicawoods.sierrasothebysrealty.com\/eng\/sales\/detail\/301-l-3253-e5tk9h\/144-walton-toll-rd-carson-city-nv-89705\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">144 Walton Toll Rd. Carson City, NV 89705<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><strong>Home Exterior:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: left;\">\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Scan your roof line for missing\/loose shingles, exterior siding for gaps, and areas where water or rodents can enter<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Inspect heat tape and close exterior foundation vents.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Make sure all outdoor lights are functioning.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><strong>Snow Prep:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400; text-align: left;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Purchase new snow scrapers, shovels, and eco-friendly ice melt.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400; text-align: left;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Emergency power outage &#8211; keep extra medicines, including pets, cooking grill, and candles on hand.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400; text-align: left;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Keep a flashlight with fresh batteries, plus an emergency radio.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400; text-align: left;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Inspect seasonal clothing and shoes.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400; text-align: left;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Snow tires can be on your vehicle from Nov. 1 &#8211; May 1.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sothebysrealty.com\/sierrasir\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/6.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-attachment-id=\"11369\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.sothebysrealty.com\/sierrasir\/blog\/2023\/08\/30\/expert-tips-to-winterize-your-high-elevation-home\/6-17-2\/\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/www.sothebysrealty.com\/sierrasir\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/6.jpg\" data-orig-size=\"1920,1080\" data-comments-opened=\"0\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;xr:d:DAFpqStu4ZQ:25,j:6476577422525969605,t:23082817&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;xr:d:DAFpqStu4ZQ:25,j:6476577422525969605,t:23082817&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;1&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"6\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/www.sothebysrealty.com\/sierrasir\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/6-1024x576.jpg\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-11369\" src=\"https:\/\/www.sothebysrealty.com\/sierrasir\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/6.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1080\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sothebysrealty.com\/sierrasir\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/6.jpg 1920w, https:\/\/www.sothebysrealty.com\/sierrasir\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/6-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.sothebysrealty.com\/sierrasir\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/6-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.sothebysrealty.com\/sierrasir\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/6-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.sothebysrealty.com\/sierrasir\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/6-1536x864.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><strong>On The Road:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400; text-align: left;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Carry an <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.weather.gov\/ilx\/winter_drive2_social\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">emergency kit<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> with a blanket, snow\/ice scraper, water, flashlight, snacks for humans and pets, tire chains, and flares.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400; text-align: left;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Install winter windshield wipers.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400; text-align: left;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Review <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/dot.ca.gov\/news-releases\/news-release-2019-002\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">winter driving safety tips<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> for the Sierra Mountain range.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sothebysrealty.com\/sierrasir\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/8.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-attachment-id=\"11370\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.sothebysrealty.com\/sierrasir\/blog\/2023\/08\/30\/expert-tips-to-winterize-your-high-elevation-home\/8-13-2\/\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/www.sothebysrealty.com\/sierrasir\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/8.jpg\" data-orig-size=\"1920,1080\" data-comments-opened=\"0\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;xr:d:DAFpqStu4ZQ:25,j:6476577422525969605,t:23082817&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;xr:d:DAFpqStu4ZQ:25,j:6476577422525969605,t:23082817&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;1&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"8\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/www.sothebysrealty.com\/sierrasir\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/8-1024x576.jpg\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-11370\" src=\"https:\/\/www.sothebysrealty.com\/sierrasir\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/8.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1080\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sothebysrealty.com\/sierrasir\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/8.jpg 1920w, https:\/\/www.sothebysrealty.com\/sierrasir\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/8-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.sothebysrealty.com\/sierrasir\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/8-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.sothebysrealty.com\/sierrasir\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/8-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.sothebysrealty.com\/sierrasir\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/8-1536x864.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<blockquote><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0\u201cWe are fortunate to live in a globally renowned area where nature and daily life merge. Our skilled real estate advisors provide hands-on knowledge to ensure clients have the necessary information to prepare for seasonal changes.\u201d Jenny Johnson, President | Managing Broker<\/span><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">With a bit of effort in the fall, you can greet winter with peace of mind, knowing you (and your home) will be snug and ready for the first snowfall.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h6><span style=\"font-weight: 300;\">By Sandi Solomonson<\/span><\/h6>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>We are all drawn to the majesty and allure of high-elevation homes. Stunning views, snowy peaks, crisp air, and high-desert landscapes blend nature with lifestyle.\u00a0 Part and parcel for the Lake Tahoe\/Reno region is safeguarding your home (possibly your most significant financial investment) from snow, wind, ice, and critter damage. 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