For some of us, this is the perfect time of year. We transition from the heat of summer and still have enjoyable temperatures before winter hits. It’s an excellent time to do annual routine maintenance around your home and yard. This week’s episode of You Got This! takes a dive into some of the chores that are made for the “shoulder” months.
Tackle some chores before the weather shifts again. Here are some suggestions…
- Store patio furniture. Stash lawn chairs, tables, and umbrellas someplace where they’ll stay clean and dry for the winter.
- Bring in plants. If you have plants that won’t survive colder temperatures, or houseplants that you put outdoors for a summer vacation, start transitioning them inside.
- Drain and store garden hoses. Don’t forget watering timers, too. Drain exterior pipes and put insulating covers on spigots.
- Check gutters and downspouts. A little later in the season, after the trees have finished shedding, clear the leaves from your gutters. If you’re climbing up on a ladder yourself, be careful.
- Prep your fireplace. If you have a fireplace or woodstove you’ll be using over the winter, clean it, and get your chimney cleaned and inspected by a professional.
- Clean out vents and replace furnace filters. Vacuum and wipe down dusty vent covers and ducts. Buy enough filters to last you through the season.
There’s more! But you’ll have to listen to this week’s episode to hear them all. Listen to You Got This! every Friday at 9am, KNCO Grass Valley, or listen online at anytime. If you find yourself in need of plumbing, electrical or heating/cooling assistance, give ABT a call at 530.272-9120.