There’s quite a list of things to do to ensure you are ready for all to enjoy the most of the season before winter hits. Fall is a magical time of the year filled with stunning colors, inspiring weather, and many festivities. From safe roofing to making a cozy home, here are some suggestions.
Clean the House from Top to Bottom
Most of us spring clean the home, but it really should be done every season since it is shocking how much stuff you can pile up in three months. Cleaning the home helps you prepare for the coming season and frees up space for putting last season’s stuff away. It also gives you the opportunity to check for other issues while you’re at it, such as an increasing spider population. This way, you can get ahead of the issue with a quick pest control call before it gets worse.
Get the Gutters and Roof Ready for Fall
Fall, of course, comes with more inclement weather, and rain is only the half of it. Storms increase during fall, which means your gutters and roofing can suffer. Rather than doing dangerous maintenance work during the worst of the season, you can get ahead of it now. Clear the gutters of leaves and debris, and these will block your drainage. And take a minute to inspect the roof while you are there. If there are any issues, call a roofer now before they get busy.
Dust Off the Old Fireplace
Colder weather begins to creep in as fall advances, and this means you will need to stay warm inside. Most of us depend on central heating systems, but you may also have a glorious fireplace in your family area. Given it probably hasn’t been used for a few months, it might be in need of a little TLC. Coal fireplaces must be inspected and cleaned by a professional chimney sweep. But even a gas fire can accumulate a lot of dust, so give it a gentle clean with your feather duster.
Check Your House Foundations
Aside from a roof disaster, one of the worst things you can experience in your home is foundational issues. A poor foundation can destroy a home, and it is best to check for this now before adverse weather hits. Look out for walls that bulge or lean, cracks in the concrete, and signs of water damage such as dampness and leaking. Never try to repair these yourself, and call a professional piling contractor to inspect and possibly remedy the foundation of your house.
Create a Space for Relaxing Outside
Even at the start of fall, it’s almost always still warm enough to sit outside and enjoy the changing of the season. From the glorious morning sunrises to sunsets that only fall can offer, you can get away with it until December if you cozy up the outdoor space. Here are some suggestions:
- Keep the rain away with an outdoor extendable roofing solution.
- Revamp your garden with a patio or some beautiful wooden decking.
- Buy a fire pit or outdoor parasol heaters to keep you warm after sunset.
- Dig out some extra blankets and cushions for enjoying the milder climate.
- Book a pool or hot tub maintenance check if you have these luxuries.
- Plant autumnal plants now before the ground gets too hard to do so.
- Invest in electrical or battery-powered lights, as solar lamps may not work well.
There can be a lot of rain in fall, and a parasol might not be enough, so an extendable roof is a great investment that lasts. You can also go old school with fire to keep you warm and set the tone. And it’s not a bad idea to replace solar lamps as the last of the sun wanes with the season.
Book a Plumbing and Electrical Check
The plumbing of your home is perhaps the most essential part of it. If something goes wrong with the plumbing, it is expensive, unsanitary and dangerous. And with the adverse weather of fall that leads to the freezing temperatures of winter, you need to have your plumbing checked. It can also be a good time to book an electrician to inspect any wire work as well. Any of these going wrong in the seasons when they have the most impact can be a real living nightmare.
Prep Your Heating System
Plumbing and electrical issues in the fall can be dealt with. But the one thing you really don’t need to fail is the heating. After a long period of rest, it could be the case you haven’t had the opportunity to spot heating problems, so do this ASAP and ensure everything is running OK. Make sure the furnace is working, check a gas boiler can do what it needs to, and give your AC some TLC. If you need professional help, book an appointment now before the busy season.
Cozy Up the Interior to be Ready for Fall
One of the best things about the changing of the seasons is getting to decorate the home in traditional ways. This doesn’t mean completely redecorating the home, but just making some nice changes to fit the changing of light and natural hues. For example, you can fit some woodland bedsheets, throw some orange and brown blankets on the couch, and dig out the big textured cushions. Nature also provides free decorations such as leaves, twigs, and pinecones.
Set the Overall Ambiance
Quick and easy changes to your home’s interior can help set the tone and invite the new season. But what really helps is working on the ambiance, which means the way you feel about your immediate area. Fall is one of the most powerful times for ambiance because the color of sunlight changes as it reflects natural brown and golden leaves. You can accentuate this with brown, red, and orange candles, helped along with LEDs and naturally-scented air fresheners.
A top-to-bottom clean will help get your home ready for all and can highlight pests early on. You can also make a cozy outdoor space to enjoy the season before winter. You can make the most of the season by creating an ambiance using fall colors and scents in your home’s interior decor.
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