Fall/Winter Maintenance Checklist

  Make sure furnace is lit and working properly. Replace filters as needed.

  Winterize exterior faucets and sprinkler systems, wrapping pipes as needed.

  Check window and door seals for any leaks.

  Inspect roof and clean out gutters.

  Check insulation in attic and basement, adding insulation as needed.

  Check snow and ice removal tools for condition, replacing as needed.

  Have fireplace and chimney cleaned, making sure flume is properly ventilated.

EXTERIOR

  Fertilize grass and mulch beds.

  Check your dryer vent hose for any blockage, clearing as needed. 

  Trim flowers, plants and trees.

  Replace batteries in smoke and carbon monoxide detectors, performing a test to ensure operation.

  Check the water drainage in your yard.

  Clean out air ducts.

  Mow your leaves instead of raking them to provide nourishment for your lawn over the winter.