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Fall Home Maintenance Tips

By
Real Estate Broker/Owner with THE TEMPLE TEAM

Fall is a great time to get some much need things done around the house before it's too chilly to go outside. 

Here's a helpful list of things to do in and around the house before you settle in for the Winter!

  • Clean air filters
  • Clean windows and window sills
  • Clean curtains, shades, shutters, blinds and baseboards
  • Change out screens for storm windows if necessary
  • Clean gutters
  • Grease and lubricate door hinges and garage door mechanism
  • Clean dryer vent
  • Clean and store outdoor furniture
  • Clean and Inspect fireplace
  • Paint interior of home while it's still nice enough to have windows and doors open for ventilation
  • Paint outdoor areas that need touched up
  • Fertilize and re-seed lawn
  • Clean light fixtures inside and outside
  • Install weather stripping and caulk where needed
  • Drain hot water heater and inspect for rust
  • Prepare irrigation system for winter
  • Test emergency generator (if you have one)
  • Change batteries in smoke and carbon monixide detectors

Now you can sit back and ENJOY all the BEAUTY OF THE FALL SEASON!

Are you looking to sell your home and find the home of your dreams?  The Temple Team can help you with all of your real estate needs!  Give us a call at 704-235-3000 and visit our website at www.TheTempleTeam.com

Comments (18)

Sybil Campbell
Fernandina Beach, FL
Referral Agent Amelia Island Florida

Thanks for the great tips to prepare a home for the cold winter months to come.

Sep 20, 2015 06:03 AM
Gwen Banta
Sotheby's International Realty - Los Angeles, CA

This info would be excellent for a flyer to send out as a way to re-connect with clients. It's interesting, helpful and timely!

Sep 20, 2015 06:46 AM
Mike Rock
Complete Design - Granite Bay, CA
Granite Bay Luxury New Construction...For Less

thats a great list, i like the smoke dectors going off in the middle of the night. but you left one off.... check the beer tap prior to football season :)

Sep 20, 2015 08:03 AM
Kathy Streib
Cypress, TX
Home Stager/Redesign

Kent -this is just the things for agents to send out in their newsletters.  Every homeowner needs a checklist like this. 

Sep 20, 2015 11:11 AM
Kathy Streib
Cypress, TX
Home Stager/Redesign

 

                  Thank you Kent Temple for my ah-ha moment. 

Sep 26, 2015 11:12 AM
Sheila Anderson
Referral Group Incorporated - East Brunswick, NJ
The Real Estate Whisperer Who Listens 732-715-1133

Good morning Kent. A really good and focused post that could be a primer for all home owners.

Sep 26, 2015 09:39 PM
Wayne Martin
Wayne M Martin - Chicago, IL
Real Estate Broker - Retired

Kent, great list that can be modified slightly for those of us in Southwest Florida. Enjoy your day!

Sep 26, 2015 09:49 PM
Dorie Dillard Austin TX
Coldwell Banker Realty ~ 512.750.6899 - Austin, TX
NW Austin ~ Canyon Creek and Spicewood/Balcones

Good morning Kent Temple,

I caught your post on Kathy Streib's Sunday morning post on her "Ah-Ha" moments for the week. Your post certainly qualifies! Good tips for homeowners. I've subscribed to your blog.

Sep 26, 2015 10:03 PM
Debbie Gartner
The Flooring Girl - White Plains, NY
The Flooring Girl & Blog Stylist -Dynamo Marketers

This is a great list of maintenance tips.  I had sent a card w/ fall decorating tips, so I may turn that into a blog post.

Sep 26, 2015 10:34 PM
Kristin Johnston - REALTOR®
RE/MAX Platinum - Waukesha, WI
Giving Back With Each Home Sold!

Wow, I can see why Kathy chose to include your post this week.  Great stuff!

Sep 27, 2015 12:12 AM
Nicole Doty - Gilbert Real Estate Expert
Zion Realty - Gilbert, AZ
Broker/Owner of Zion Realty ZionRealtyAZ.com

The one big item I need to do is drain and inspect the water heater. We have such hard water here in Arizona that water heaters don't last very long. 

Sep 27, 2015 01:17 AM
Grant Schneider
Performance Development Strategies - Armonk, NY
Your Coach Helping You Create Successful Outcomes

Kent - I have done a number of those already.  Thanks for the reminder.  This is the perfect time.

Sep 27, 2015 04:02 AM
Marte Cliff
Marte Cliff Copywriting - Priest River, ID
Your real estate writer

Good list! My husband takes care of most of that, but I HAVE to get at painting the living room soon. 

Sep 27, 2015 04:03 AM
Sharon Tara
Sharon Tara Transformations - Portsmouth, NH
Retired New Hampshire Home Stager

Enjoying the beauty of the fall season is one of my favorite things to do!  

Sep 27, 2015 09:45 AM
Praful Thakkar
LAER Realty Partners - Andover, MA
Andover, MA: Andover Luxury Homes For Sale

Kent Temple pretty good tips. And yes, need to send the reminder to my clients about changing the batteries in smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detectors.

Sep 27, 2015 02:53 PM
Bill Roberts
Brooks and Dunphy Real Estate - Oceanside, CA
"Baby Boomer" Retirement Planner

Kent, A good list. Now I just need someone to do all those things.

Bill Roberts

Sep 27, 2015 11:48 PM
Les & Sarah Oswald
Realty One Group - Eastvale, CA
Broker, Realtor and Investor

Great list. Stopping by from Kathy Streib recommendation of the week.

I would like to add one item to the list for Southern California homeowners, as we are expecting the arrival of El Nino this Winter...have your roof inspected.

Sep 28, 2015 02:05 AM
The Temple Team
THE TEMPLE TEAM - Mooresville, NC
Specializing in Lake Norman/Charlotte/Charleston

Thanks for the feature Kathy Streib!  

Sep 28, 2015 04:07 AM