Ready for Fall? 5 Top Tips

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Roof repairs: If you can safely get onto your roof to inspect for missing shingles or other factors that may lead to a leaky roof, now’s the time to do it!  If not, call in a professional organization and have them take care of the rooftop work for you.  Here are some local companies that you might consider:  http://www.metroroofing.com/ http://www.dunriteroofing.com/ to name a couple.  The best way to get a great roof is to get a roof referral from a neighbor or friend.  You’ll get the best information that way.

Seal It Off: Inspect doors and windows to ensure that the weather-stripping is in good condition.  This will keep your house warmer and cozier in the winter months.  www.homedepot.com and www.lowes.com are good places to shop as well as your local hardware store.

Hot Stuff: Make sure that your heater and ventilation systems are in good working order!  Clean out accessible ducts and replace filters where necessary.  This is the most overlooked item on the list because people forget how important it is to maintain your heater.

Chimney Sweep: Creosote, a black substance that builds up in the chimney when wood is burned, can cause chimney fires.  Inspect your chimney for creosote and call a chimney sweep to keep your fireplace safe and functional.

Gutter Check: Now’s the time to clean out those rain gutters again!  If you want to do it yourself, make sure that you can safely access the gutters and then scoop out any debris, blast the drains clean with a high-powered hose, and repair any leaks you may find along the way.  There are many great sites on line to show you the best way to do this but one of the ones that keeps coming up is http://www.ehow.com/how_2418_clean-gutters.html

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