Fall Home Maintenance

September 25, 2021

Fall is here! Below is a list of common items that homeowners should check or inspect prior to cold weather.

• Schedule all exterior home projects such as painting, deck staining or foundation repairs to be completed before cooler and potentially wetter weather arrives

• Clean gutters of leaves and other debris to prevent blockage that could damage your roof and siding

• Apply weatherstripping around window and door frames to help reduce your energy cost.

• Prune trees and shrubs

• If needed, fertilize, verticut or core aerate, and overseed your lawn

• Hire a professional to inspect your HVAC systems and replace air filters

• Have your chimney cleaned and inspected for any damage by a certified chimney sweep

• Consider upgrading the insulation in your home

• Replace batteries in all of your smoke and carbon monoxide detectors