Prepare Your Home This Fall

Fall is a great time to live, work and play in southwestern Ontario. There are still outdoor festivals to enjoy, family fun with apple or pumpkin picking and cooler weather makes it easier to appreciate our parks and beautiful outdoor spaces.

Now is a perfect time to prepare the exterior of your home before the cold weather settles in.

Here are a few items to tackle on the exterior of your home this fall:

• Inspect and clean gutters and downspouts, ensuring that the water is draining well away from your home’s foundation.
• Repair damaged steps, handrails, sidewalks, and driveways to help prevent winter slip and fall accidents.
• Check for cracks and gaps around windows and doors and seal with weather stripping or caulk to save money on heating your home.
• Winterize outdoor faucets and landscaping irrigation systems.
• Book a furnace inspection and cleaning. The best time to have a professional inspect your heating system is before you need it!
• Inspect and clean out dryer vents to improve efficiency and help prevent dryer fires.
• Inspect your roof for damaged or missing shingles, the check the integrity of flashings, vents and seals.

And finally, remember to have your sump pump inspected and serviced. It’s the best way to ensure your home is protected against heavy fall rains and winter’s melting snow. Please reach out to us to schedule your sump pump service visit.