If you live in a colder climate, chances are each fall you winterize your home in preparation for the long cold winter ahead. There are a great many things a homeowner can do to safeguard hearth and home against the elements and a surprising number of those things involve ratchet straps, so consider buying several sets to tackle these and other winterization projects.
If you like to entertain, you might have several large pieces of patio furniture like a table and chairs, umbrella or lounge chair. These items are too bulky to be stored inside your home, but it isn't a good idea to let the harsh wind and snow batter the fabric. Stack your furniture so as to conserve as much space as possible. Use several old shower curtains or a tarp to create a protective waterproof cover. Select a couple of ratchet straps and secure the tarp or vinyl curtain around the legs of the furniture.
A similar approach can be used on your gas grill. The enticing scent of grilled meat may be lost for a few months, but when May rolls around again you'll be glad you protected the grill from rust and water damage. It only takes a cover (many grill manufacturers produce semi-fitted covers) and a ratchet strap.
A roaring fire can be a toasty way to enjoy Old Man Winter. But you can't start a fire with wet or frozen wood. Dip into your supply of tarps or old shower curtains again after stacking your cords of wood on a level surface within easy access of your home, preferably the door closest to your hearth. By securing a tarp around the woodpile with ratchet straps you can keep your bundles dry and ready for use. It also keeps the floor a little drier because you end up tracking in less snow.
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