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Fall To-Do Checklist
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Fall To-Do Checklist

The scent of fall is in the air. Time to bake an apple pie, crunch some leaves on a long walk, and carve the family pumpkin. It’s also time for some fall home maintenance. Use our fall checklist as a reminder to do important seasonal tasks like cleaning the gutters, replacing air filters, and preparing the fireplace for the coming winter.
Fall Season To-Do Checklist

Fall To-Dos

Outside Home Maintenance

  • Wash the windows
  • Clean downspouts and gutters
  • Inspect roof and chimney for cracks and damage
  • Drain sediment from the water heater
  • Turn off exterior faucets
  • Remove hoses from spigots and drain the water
  • Remove leaves around your outside HVAC unit
  • Store outdoor furniture and cushions
  • Cut back perennial plants and mulch around the base
  • Stow the lawnmower
  • Test snowblower and service if necessary

Inside Home Maintenance

  • Dust ceiling fans and ceiling light fixtures
  • Schedule a furnace or HVAC tune-up
  • Test smoke and carbon monoxide detectors
  • Check windows and doors for weather-tightness
  • Clean out the dryer vent
  • Rotate/flip mattresses
  • Wash bedskirts or dust ruffles, covers, and pads
  • Wash curtains and blinds
  • Begin to organize tax-related documents
  • Clean oven
  • Wash shower curtains and liners
  • Dust and scrub porch
  • Clean out refrigerator
  • Clean out the entryway closet
  • Tidy up and organize the pantry and cabinets

Enjoy the Wonders of Fall

  • Step on crunchy leaves
  • Eat something pumpkin flavored
  • Bring out your own warm clothes
  • Make a batch of leaf-shaped cookies
  • Bake a dessert using apples
  • Spot a ghost for Halloween
  • Fill the house with fall-scented candles
  • Go for a walk in the fall colors
  • Carve a pumpkin
  • Drink apple cider

Year-Round Fun with Home Maintenance

Want to keep up with home maintenance all year long? Post these additional Home Care Buzz seasonal checklists on your fridge when the seasons change. They can help you be sure to stay on top of important tasks around your house while reminding you that with each season, there is more fun to be had:

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  • Spring To-Do Checklist
  • Summer To-Do Checklist
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