Clean gutters and downspouts to keep debris from accumulating. This is especially important as we approach the fall! Check and repair caulking around doors and windows that show signs of deterioration. Make sure to regularly inspect smoke alarms, carbon monoxide detectors, and fire extinguishers. Ensure they are up to date and ready for operation. Once the warmer temperatures are behind us, reverse the motor on your ceiling fan so they operate clockwise. When the blades run c

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Repair or replace damaged window screens: They play a big role keeping your home comfortable and insect-free. Allow for air to circulate with the windows open while keeping pests outside. Repair and repaint exterior siding and walls: Over time, siding can creak, warp, peel or fade allowing water to seep into your home. Take a walk around your home to identify any cracks, peeling paint, or loose siding to prevent bigger problems down the road. Inspect and clean outdoor grills

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Drain and store any garden hoses or sprinklers. Make sure to turn off the water supply valve inside your house to prevent bursting pipes. Additionally, insulate pipes in unheated areas of your home. Use sand or gravel on walkways for traction. Salt/ice-melt is also effective, but has a narrow operating temperature range and is less environmentally friendly Monitor windows and doors for drafts. If cold air is coming in, consider weather strips or vacuum-sealing a window with

Don’t forget to do a final gutter cleaning of the season . Make sure your gutters are safely secured to the house and clean your downspouts of any debris. Clean your dryer vent! Make sure to remove lint from the dryer’s exhaust duct and the area behind the machine. Turn your ceiling fans on reverse. Flip the switch on your ceiling fans so they rotate clockwise, pushing warm air down. Colder weather presents a great opportunity to clean up your garden beds . Remove spent ann

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