Fall Home Maintenance: 6 Tips for Homeowners
Fall is a great time to get outside and check some home maintenance. That way your home is prepared for some colder winter weather. We put together a list of 6 home maintenance tips for you.
6 Tips for Homeowners:
- Inspect Gutters and Downspouts – The trees have begun to shed their leaves. That means it’s time to hire a professional to come and clean your gutters. That way, they are free of any loose debris to prevent damage from your roof or siding. This also might be a good time to add gutter guards to your home!
- Have a Roofing Professional Inspect your Roof – If any shingles are torn, curling, or buckling is a good time to get your roof repaired or replaced. Any flashing you have around your pipes, chimney, or skylights needs to be looked at to prevent leaks from ice or snow.
- Check your Window Seals – The temperature change can cause your window seals to crack or shrink. Check your windows for any drafts or leaks that might be coming inside. Adding weather stripping or replacing your faulty windows can cut down on your energy costs during the colder months.
- Repair any Sidewalks – With the winter months just around the corner; be sure there are no cracks or holes. That way you can easily clean walkways of ice or the dreaded snow.
- Add Lighting to the Outside of your Home – It will be getting darker earlier. To prepare for less lighting in the winter months add lighting to walkways or to the front of your home. This will make it easier to get inside safely.
- Add a Chimney Cap – After you have your chimney cleaned and inspected, consider adding a chimney cap to be sure critters don’t crawl down it looking for warmth.
These are just a few things to look for as you prepare for the winter. If you have any questions or don’t feel safe, be sure to call your local professional to give you a hand!
