Getting Your Home Ready for Cooler Weather

As fall approaches, it’s a great time to tackle maintenance that protects your home and your budget.

Here’s a simple fall checklist:

• Clean gutters and downspouts

• Check caulking around windows and doors

• Schedule a furnace check and change filters

• Inspect roof shingles for damage or wear

• Drain and store hoses, and prepare outdoor faucets for freezing temps

• Test smoke and carbon monoxide detectors

These aren’t glamorous projects, but they matter — both for your comfort and for future buyers. A well-maintained home not only feels better to live in, it also shows better when it’s time to sell.