Fall Home Maintenance 2023

With kids back in school and the holiday season still a couple of months away, now is the perfect time to put some love and attention on your home. Here are 7 of the most impactful home maintenance tasks for homeowners to tackle in the fall:

Inspect and Clean Gutters: Remove leaves, twigs, and debris from your gutters and downspouts to prevent clogs and ensure proper drainage. Consider installing gutter guards for added protection.

Service Heating System: Have your furnace or heating system professionally serviced to ensure it's running efficiently and safely. Replace air filters and consider installing a programmable thermostat for energy savings.

Test Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Detectors: Replace batteries in smoke and carbon monoxide detectors, and test them to ensure they are in proper working condition.

Dryer Vent: Did you know clothes dryers cause 2,900 fires a year, with many fires happening in the fall and winter, according to the United States Fire Administration? Lint is a major culprit, so have your dryer vent inspected and cleaned annually by an HVAC specialist who specializes in ductwork or dryer vents.

Chimney: For those to whom this applies, if you did not get your chimney cleaned and inspected in the spring, call a chimney sweep now and have it done before you start using your fireplace or your furnace.

Inside Projects: Thinking about giving your bathroom a fresh look or adding a new coat of paint to your living room? Fall is the perfect season to kickstart those home improvement projects. With the typically moderate temperatures and many contractors completing their outdoor work for the year, it's an ideal time to get the ball rolling on renovations.

Garden: Fall presents an excellent opportunity to introduce perennials like peonies, columbine, or hydrangea to your garden. Additionally, it's an optimal time to plant trees and shrubs and rejuvenate your lawn through reseeding.

To ensure the success of your new plantings, remember to water them frequently before they enter their dormant phase. This strategic care can yield a delightful surprise come spring, with some varieties offering their first blooms.

If you are in need of specialist recommendations or would like to discuss something specific about your home, please feel free to reach out to me!