Fireplace and Chimney
- A professional should clean and inspect your chimney or gas insert before use
- Order and store firewood
Plumbing
- Properly shut off and drain all outside spigots and garden hoses
Exterior
- Clean gutters & downspouts
- Inspect your roof; replace flashings or caulk where needed
- Clear window wells or outside drains before the first freeze
Get ready for snow and ice
- Arrange for professional snow removal, if desired
- Secure a snow shovel, ice scraper, and ice melt for driveways and walk ways
- Get the snow blower tuned up
- Buy batteries and other storm supplies
- Have a working flashlight handy
- Locate candles and matches
Stay Warm
- Arrange for HVAC service
- Oil or Propane heat? Have your oil provider ready for automatic delivery
- Reverse ceiling fan rotation to increase warmth and save electricity
- Bleed radiators
Yard
- Plant fall bulbs – you still have time
- Rake or blow the leaves
- Store planters before the first freeze
- Store lawn and patio furniture
- Drain gas mower and weed wacker
Pest Control
- Plug any little holes with steel wool to seal all openings
- Buy a few mousetraps – so that you won’t need them!
Donate
- Spare blankets and coats can be donated to:
- Project Home in Philadelphia – (215) 232-7272
- Safe Harbor in West Chester – (610) 692-6550
- We are happy to pick up and deliver your donations!
