Fall doesn’t wait—and neither do homebuyers. August is the critical time to prepare your lots and customers’ homes with the right systems, finishes, and protection before weather conditions change. At Blevins, we help you stock smart, prepare efficiently, and keep your business running smoothly.

Whether you’re selling homes, installing HVAC systems, or preparing skirting packages, here’s your comprehensive checklist to get homes fall-ready.

1. Upgrade Heating & HVAC Systems Before They’re Needed

Nothing creates customer callbacks like a cold home in October. August is the optimal time to install or inspect furnace and A/C combinations while weather conditions still allow comfortable working conditions.

Key considerations:

Matched HVAC systems like Smart Comfort, AirQuest, and Intertherm help you meet efficiency standards and protect your install. These brands are engineered for manufactured housing, offering dependable performance with systems that are easy to pair and simple to service. When properly matched and registered, they’re backed by strong limited warranties—some up to 10 years. Stocking them now ensures your fall installs won’t stall out due to availability issues. Find the items you need here HEATING & COOLING | Blevins, Inc.

Blevins Advantage: We handle warranty registration and matching system compliance for Smart Comfort, AirQuest and Intertherm equipment, saving your crew time while protecting your customers.

2. Reinforce Skirting and Under-Home Protection

Skirting serves multiple critical functions beyond aesthetics—it protects the home. As colder, wetter weather moves in, the right skirting helps insulate the under-home space, block moisture, and deter pests. Blevins offers options that fit the need and the region. Rustique skirting combines curb appeal with durable, textured panels that hold up to seasonal changes and add value to the home’s appearance. For colder climates or energy-conscious buyers, insulated skirting provides a stronger thermal barrier—helping stabilize interior temps, protect water lines, and reduce HVAC strain. Whether you’re prepping inventory or closing a new install, fall is the time to reinforce the base and prevent costly cold-weather issues.

Strategic actions:

Evaluate any damaged or weathered skirting now, before the first freeze creates additional complications. Stock insulated skirting kits and ground rail for complete perimeter sealing. Add heat tape and access panels to your parts inventory for under-home maintenance needs.

Blevins Solutions: We offer complete skirting solutions, from panels to trim, pre-bundled for fast delivery from your nearest branch location. Click Here to view our selection.

3. Seal & Weatherize Entry Points

Energy loss at doors, windows, and under-home areas becomes a real cost driver as temperatures drop. For dealers and installers, sealing these weak points now helps prevent bigger problems later. Drafts at entry doors and loose window seals can quickly lead to customer complaints—not to mention rising utility bills. But one of the most overlooked threats is under the home.

As nights get colder, exposed water lines and uninsulated crawl spaces become vulnerable to freezing. That’s where Heat Tape becomes essential. A properly installed self-regulating heat cable keeps water lines protected and flowing, even in subfreezing conditions. It’s one of the most low-cost, high-impact ways to prevent freeze damage and expensive service calls.

Pair that with belly wrap, insulated skirting, door sweeps, foam gasket seals, and foundation vents, and you’re not just winterizing—you’re protecting the homeowner’s comfort, safety, and peace of mind. It’s the kind of prep that reinforces your reputation as the go-to resource, especially when cold weather hits fast.

4. Verify Code Compliance for Upcoming Installations

Local building codes often change seasonally, particularly HVAC specifications and skirting requirements. Ensure your upcoming installations won’t face delays due to overlooked regulatory updates.

How Blevins supports compliance:

We provide comprehensive product documentation and compliance support, matched-system configuration guidance for SEER2 standards, and access to regional experts who understand local enforcement practices.

Your Partner for Success

You understand what your homes need. We ensure you have the right products when and where you need them—with local delivery, expert product support, and prompt responses from professionals who understand your business.

Fall arrives quickly. Let’s make sure you’re prepared for every order, every call, every time.

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