It’s fall,… which means winter is coming! This is a great time of year to go through your home maintenance checklist. Here are several things that you can do before the cold weather kicks in.
Exterior Home Maintenance
- Fill Gaps in Foundation
- Repair Loose Roof Shingles
- Clean Gutters
- Repair Loose Decking
- Scrape and Paint Wood Trim
- Secure Lawn Furniture/Decor
Landscaping
- Aerate Lawn
- Seed Lawn
- Trim Trees & Shrubs
- Winterize Irrigation Systems
Interior Home Maintenance
- Caulk/Seal Gaps in Windows and Doors
- Add/Repair Weather Stripping to Doors
- Add Insulation (Where Needed)
Home Systems
- Service Home Heating System
- Clean Air Ducts
- Replace System Filters
- Inspect Gas Lines
Home Appliances
- Replace Smoke Detector Batteries
- Test and/or Replace Fire Extinguisher(s)
- Clean and Test Snow Blower
Once you complete your autumn home maintenance checklist, you can rest easy knowing that you are better prepared for the upcoming Massachusetts winter weather!