As the curtains close on summer, falls comes into the spotlight, and winter prepares backstage for its performance. Old Man Winter can put on a powerful performance, so what can you do to ensure that you're ready for whatever he throws at you? Many homeowners wisely take advantage of the temperate fall season to finish up home projects and winter-proof their homes and possessions.
To get things started off, any outdoor furnishings and features should be stowed, covered, or otherwise protected. If you have a pool or water feature, make sure it's cleaned and covered. The last thing you need in spring is a pool full of dead leaves.
Depending on where you live, snow can be a danger when you have gutters filled with debris. Fall is usually a good time to clean them, after the leaves have fallen from the trees. With snow and rain, it's essential that the water has a way to run off, so as not to build up and potentially damage your roof and gutters.
Since you won't be needing air-conditioning during the cooler months, you might find it best to take down any window-mounted machines. For central air, be sure to regularly change the filter. While you're at it, changing the lint filter in the dryer isn't a bad idea either. Windows and doors should be checked to ensure that they're sealed correctly. Everything working properly will help keep the temperature in your home stable.
Landscaping tools should be cleaned and stowed. As with everything, the more you get done now, the less you'll have to do when spring comes around and you'll have projects to use your tools for.
Since you don't want to spend winter shivering or worse, bundled up in a Snuggie, you'll want to make sure your fireplace and heating systems are up to snuff. And a properly-working water heater will ensure that you can take all the warm showers and baths you desire. When you've got all of your chores done by the time winter comes around, you can enjoy (or at least be ready for) the brisk weather and snow.
To get things started off, any outdoor furnishings and features should be stowed, covered, or otherwise protected. If you have a pool or water feature, make sure it's cleaned and covered. The last thing you need in spring is a pool full of dead leaves.
Depending on where you live, snow can be a danger when you have gutters filled with debris. Fall is usually a good time to clean them, after the leaves have fallen from the trees. With snow and rain, it's essential that the water has a way to run off, so as not to build up and potentially damage your roof and gutters.
Since you won't be needing air-conditioning during the cooler months, you might find it best to take down any window-mounted machines. For central air, be sure to regularly change the filter. While you're at it, changing the lint filter in the dryer isn't a bad idea either. Windows and doors should be checked to ensure that they're sealed correctly. Everything working properly will help keep the temperature in your home stable.
Landscaping tools should be cleaned and stowed. As with everything, the more you get done now, the less you'll have to do when spring comes around and you'll have projects to use your tools for.
Since you don't want to spend winter shivering or worse, bundled up in a Snuggie, you'll want to make sure your fireplace and heating systems are up to snuff. And a properly-working water heater will ensure that you can take all the warm showers and baths you desire. When you've got all of your chores done by the time winter comes around, you can enjoy (or at least be ready for) the brisk weather and snow.
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