Do these tasks as your FALL HOME MAINTENANCE jobs while the weather is still good.
FALL MAINTENANCE
- Roof inspection:
Check for loose/missing shingles
Damaged areas/shingles - Gutters
Clean and unplug downspouts - Foundation
Inspect for water damage
Inside any leakage on a basement wall
Unevenness or buckling of floor tiles anywhere indicating water damage underneath - Driveway/brickwork cracks
Inspect and repair any cracks in the driveway
Inspect and repair any cracks in visible brickwork of the walls
Inspect and repair any cracks in visible brickwork under windows or their sills - Windows
Check windows inside for water leakage or drafts using light tissue paper - Leaf raking
Raked leaves make excellent mulch for resting flower/garden beds - Garden hoses
Drain and store drained water hoses
Shut off water to the exterior faucets
Open all exterior faucets - Air conditioner
Clean leaves and debris away from exterior of air conditioner
Cover air conditioner with strong tarp to protect from winter snow - Furnace
Change filter
Ensure fan working properly
Use shop vac and brush to clean around furnace and blower fan - Fireplace
Inspect and do maintenance appropriate to type of fireplace
Gas fireplace: check remote control, change batteries, change batteries inside fireplace
