Fall Home Checklist: Preparing for Cooler Weather

by Holly Eberhardt

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Fall is the ideal time to prepare your home before colder temperatures arrive. Addressing maintenance now can help prevent winter issues and keep your home comfortable through the colder months.

Focus on heating systems, weather protection, and exterior maintenance.

Fall Home Checklist:

  • Schedule furnace or heating system service

  • Clean gutters and downspouts

  • Seal gaps around doors and windows

  • Inspect roof and flashing

  • Drain and store garden hoses

  • Winterize irrigation systems

  • Clean chimney and fireplace

  • Test smoke and carbon monoxide detectors

  • Reverse ceiling fan direction

 

🍂 Vendor Tip:
Fall is also a great time to schedule exterior cleaning. Many homeowners use Brown's Pressure Washing for siding, patios, and driveways.

 

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