Country Living Magazine has a great fantastic book out called “Home Almanac; Maintaining Your Home Month by Month”.

(pictures from Country Living Magazine)

Here is October’s list for fall home maintenance:

(not everything on the list will is applicable to everyone, but

it’s helpful to most of us in some way.)

Inside:

*Test and/or change batteries

*Reset timers for standard time

*Inspect windows for condensation

*Winterize air conditioners

*Shut off outdoor faucet valves

*Get your humidifier up and running

*Update your woodstove.

Outside

*Put up storm windows and doors

and remove screens

*Check window frames for leaks

*Disconnect garden hoses and store them inside

Deck, Porch, and Patio

*Empty dirt from planters

*Get outdoor furniture ready for winter storage

*Take care of your hanging plants

Also check out:

Fall garden cleanup guide and also

AAA has a fall home maintenance guide online.