Fall Home Maintenance Guide

Get your home ready for fall with our comprehensive guide.

Enjoy your home today, protect it for tomorrow.

Preparing for Winter (General Handywork)

  • Insulate exposed pipes to prevent freezing
  • Disconnect hoses, turn off waterline to hoses and drain exterior spigots
  • Inspect windowsills, screens, and weatherstripping
  • Clean and inspect gutters to ensure proper drainage
  • Seal gaps and cracks where cold air (and pests) can enter
  • Install programmable thermostats to save on heating costs
  • Consider adding insulation to attic or walls
  • Check for drafts and add weatherstripping where needed (Door & Screen ProCare)
  • Test smoke and carbon monoxide detectors
  • Hot water heater flush

Outdoor Spaces  (Seasonal ProCare)

  • Clean and store outdoor furniture
  • Stow garden hoses
  • Place storm door
  • Close exterior water
  • Drain hose bibs
  • Winterize outdoor shower
  • Driveway staked out for snow removal
  • Cobweb removal

Safety Measures

  • Inspect fire extinguishers
  • Review and update your emergency preparedness kit

Other

  • Trim trees and shrubs away from the house
  • Aerate and fertilize the lawn

By following this guide, homeowners can ensure their homes are well-prepared for the upcoming winter season, potentially saving on energy costs and preventing costly repairs.

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