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Fall Cleaning Checklist

Fall is here and that means winter is not far behind. Before the weather gets cold, get ahead of the game with this simple Fall cleaning checklist. This will save you time getting the necessities done so your home is ready for all those Fall decorations.

Outside The House

Time to come inside for winter! Outside the house tend to these autumn chores:

• Clean and store patio furniture, umbrellas, children’s summer toys.
• Touch up paint on trim, railings and decks. Use a wire brush to remove flaking paint; prime bare wood first.
• Check caulk around windows and doors. Follow manufacturer’s recommendations to re-caulk if needed.
• Inspect external doors and garage doors. Do they close tightly? Install weather-stripping, door thresholds if needed.
• Wash exterior windows.
• Drain and store garden hoses. Install insulating covers on exterior spigots. In hard-freeze areas, have sprinkler systems blown free of water.
• Check gutters and downspouts. Clear of debris if necessary. In cold-weather areas, consider installing heating cable to prevent ice dams.
• Have chimneys and flues inspected and cleaned if necessary

Happy Fall Cleaning!

Fall cleaning

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