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Fall Home Maintenance

  • Store hoses and turn off outdoor water.
  • Drain and turn off the sprinkler system.
  • Seal cracks around doors and windows.
  • Clean your gutters.
  • Inspect your roof.
  • Direct drainage away from your house.
  • Get your furnace serviced and change filters.
  • Prune outside plants.
  • Look up the chimney for blockages; check damper.
  • Mulch leaves when you mow.
  • Test your sump pump.
  • Restock winter essentials, such as salt or ice melt.
  • Inspect your snowblower.
  • Check for cracks in your driveway, walkway, or steps and repair if needed.
  • Change rotation of ceiling fans to push warm air down.
  • Check for holes in the attic.
  • Check exterior lighting.
  • Stow your mower.
  • Winter is a great time to get those interior painting projects done. Call Lake Area Painting for a free no-obligation estimate 651-429-1778.