Fall Home Maintenance Checklist

Who doesn’t love fall? Crisp cool weather, beautifully rich colors everywhere and the holidays on the horizon all work together to make us feel just a little more alive. While we are enjoying this fantastic time of the year, there are a few chores that should be done to prepare our homes for the winter months ahead.

Outside:

• Drain & store garden hoses
• Check the caulk around your doors and windows
• Inspect external door and the garage door to make sure they close tightly
• Install weather stripping at thresholds where needed
• Check and clean gutters and downspouts
• Have chimneys and flues inspected and cleaned
• Clean and store patio furniture

Inside:

• Check dryer exhaust and vent for build-up, lint or unwanted visitors
• Stock up on filters for the winter for maximum energy efficiency and indoor comfort
• Replace light window coverings with heavier ones
• Test smoke and CO monitors
• Inspect and clean your humidifier
• Schedule the professional maintenance inspection and cleaning on your heating system.