
OUTSIDE
- Plant your bulbs., herbs and vegetables (before the first killing frost!)
- Check the roof's shingles for holes, rips, rot, or possible leaks.
- Check your gutters/downspouts and clean them out if necessary.
- Drain and disconnect garden hoses from outside faucets.
- Turn off outdoor faucets to prevent them from freezing and bursting.
- Put deck furniture, BBQ and lawn ornaments away.
- Have the chimney cleaned.
- Trim or cut down any large tree branches.
- Get your septic tank pumped while the ground is not frozen
INSIDE
- Check windows and doors for drafts and apply weather-stripping.
- Replace your old thermostat with a new programmable one.
- Dust, vacuum, or wipe down your base-board heaters.
- Check the furnace is working, isn't due for maintenance, and clean or replace the filter if needed.
- Check or replace the batteries in your carbon monoxide and smoke detectors.