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Florida Homes: Your Fall Checklist

September 27, 2019 by Chris Bohn

Florida Homes: Your Fall Checklist

Your Fall ChecklistWith our warm September, it sure doesn’t feel like fall yet –  but this is a good time to review your fall checklist. Being a homeowner here in our Sunshine State, we need to be diligent about taking care of our home.  Here is the Fall Checklist to review.  You might find a TO-DO List here! (Download this flyer)

EXTERIOR- Fall Checklist
* 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- Fall Checklist
* 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

****Don’t hesitate to call me with any questions about your home, I welcome the opportunity to be your real estate professional!

Filed Under: Gainesville Real Estate, Homeowner Information Tagged With: fall checklist, fall home checklist, gainesville real estate, homeowner info

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