Goal: Provide homeowners with a checklist on how to prepare their home for the New England Fall weather.
Total Word Count In This Document: 493
Title: Prevent a 'Fall' Out: Prepare Your Home for Autumn
Towards the beginning of September, people begin to notice that change is in the air: the air gets colder, the days get shorter, and the leaves begin to lose their summer splendor. The fall season is quickly approaching, and homeowners must take the proper precautions to ensure their home will survive the sometimes harsh weather conditions of fall and into winter. Here are eight tips for home maintenance that will prepare you for fall in New England:
1. Check your roof and chimney. Start by cleaning off all the dead leaves and debris, then check for any damaged or loose shingles that may become a problem later on if they are left without being repaired. Have your chimney cleaned and inspected by a professional to ensure that it is ready for the firewood that you will burn as the cold weather sets in. Make sure that you have stocked up on firewood as well, especially if you are gathering your …show more content…
Repair your siding, if necessary. As with your roof, make sure that the siding on your home is not damaged, and if it is, make sure that you fix the problem before the weather changes and you are no longer able to do so. You can try to fix it yourself, or call in a professional.
3. Reinforce windows and doors. This is one of the most important things you can do to not only prevent drafts and leaks, but also to save energy and therefore money. Use caulk to seal up gaps along the frame of your doors and windows, which allows you to keep warm air inside and avoid a loss of energy.
4. Clean the gutters and check water drainage. Make sure that your gutters are free of dead leaves and debris, and that water has a clear path from your roof, through the downspouts and out onto the ground. Otherwise, large pools of water could collect on your roof in the fall and lead to
Total Word Count In This Document: 493
Title: Prevent a 'Fall' Out: Prepare Your Home for Autumn
Towards the beginning of September, people begin to notice that change is in the air: the air gets colder, the days get shorter, and the leaves begin to lose their summer splendor. The fall season is quickly approaching, and homeowners must take the proper precautions to ensure their home will survive the sometimes harsh weather conditions of fall and into winter. Here are eight tips for home maintenance that will prepare you for fall in New England:
1. Check your roof and chimney. Start by cleaning off all the dead leaves and debris, then check for any damaged or loose shingles that may become a problem later on if they are left without being repaired. Have your chimney cleaned and inspected by a professional to ensure that it is ready for the firewood that you will burn as the cold weather sets in. Make sure that you have stocked up on firewood as well, especially if you are gathering your …show more content…
Repair your siding, if necessary. As with your roof, make sure that the siding on your home is not damaged, and if it is, make sure that you fix the problem before the weather changes and you are no longer able to do so. You can try to fix it yourself, or call in a professional.
3. Reinforce windows and doors. This is one of the most important things you can do to not only prevent drafts and leaks, but also to save energy and therefore money. Use caulk to seal up gaps along the frame of your doors and windows, which allows you to keep warm air inside and avoid a loss of energy.
4. Clean the gutters and check water drainage. Make sure that your gutters are free of dead leaves and debris, and that water has a clear path from your roof, through the downspouts and out onto the ground. Otherwise, large pools of water could collect on your roof in the fall and lead to