Fall Home Checklist

Keeping your home in tip top shape is super important, make sure you follow this checklist for some Fall maintenance tips.

EXTERIOR 

• Trim tree branches and vegetation near roof. 
• Check roof, siding and foundation for damage. 
•  Check chimney for loose bricks and missing mortar. 
• Clean gutters and downspouts. Make sure water doesn't pool around foundation. 
• Seal gaps and holes that could provide access for animals. 
• Replace loose or missing caulking around windows and doors. 
• Fertilize and reseed lawn 
• If area to subject to freezes, shut off exterior faucets and irrigation system, and store hoses. 

INTERIOR 

• Check attic and crawl spaces for leaks or moisture after wet weather. 
• Check caulking around showers, bathtubs, sinks and toilets. 
• Check faucets and supply valves for leaks or corrosion. 
• Inspect water heater for leaks. 
• Test smoke and carbon monoxide detectors. 
• Have a professional inspect/clean chimney. Test fireplace flue for tight seal. 
• Test circuit breakers and ground-fault interrupter/arc-fault interrupters. 
• Consider hiring a professional to inspect and tune up your furnace/HVAC system 
• Change furnace filter and remove any materials that block air return vent. 
• Clean dryer vent. 

 Sources: Amerispec Inspection Services, HomeAdvisor.com