home maintenance tips to prepare for the cooler weather

Home maintenance tips

As the cooler weather approaches, be sure to prepare your home using the checklist below:

  • Remove leaves and debris from gutters and downspouts

  • Trim trees and bushes so nothing is touching your home
  • Inspect all exterior lighting, replace bulbs and reset timers as needed
  • Service your heating system
  • Clean and inspect your chimney
  • Test your carbon monoxide alarms
  • Replace batteries in smoke alarms
  • Place all outdoor furniture and planters in storage for winter if you live in an area affected by snow and ice
  • Drain outdoor faucets, hoses and sprinkling systems.

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