Preparation for Winter. September tips list:
*Review the exterior of your home. Look for cracks and holes in your home's siding and paint, replacing caulk if necessary.
*September is a great time to paint interior rooms, shampoo or replace carpets, while it's still warm enough to leave windows open.
*In cold-climate areas, remove window air-conditioners that can allow outdoor temperatures in, or put weatherproof covers on them.
*Check your heating system, from filters to pilot lights. Have the system serviced by a qualified professional.
*Drain your hot water heater, flush and refill it.
*Clean and vacuum dust from vents, baseboard heaters and cold-air returns. Getting your vents cleaned by a professional every few years is a great idea as well.
*Check that foundations are properly graded. Soil should slope four to six inches for a distance of three feet out from the foundation walls.
*If you haven't already, check basement for cracks or leaks. Seal if necessary.
*If you have a sump pump, test, clean and lubricate it.
*Wash out garbage cans, disinfect, and then rinse thoroughly.
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