Fall-to-Winter Home Maintenance Checklist
Make sure your home is ready for winter! Here's a simple list to help protect your home, stay warm, and save energy this season:
Exterior Maintenance
Clean gutters & downspouts
Inspect roof for damaged or missing shingles
Seal drafts around doors & windows (caulk or weather stripping)
Trim dead tree branches to prevent snow damage
Shut off & drain outdoor faucets and hoses
Repair driveway cracks
Interior Maintenance
Service furnace or boiler (replace filters!)
Clean & inspect chimney and fireplace
Reverse ceiling fan direction to push warm air down
Test smoke & carbon monoxide detectors (replace batteries)
Insulate exposed pipes to prevent freezing
Clean dryer vents to reduce fire risk
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