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Once winter comes, you will regret ignoring home issues while the weather was nice. Figure out what you can do now to prepare your home for winter so that you can relax and know that you will stay warm and comfortable once the weather is cool.
Fall is the perfect season to get your home clean and cozy for winter and the holiday season and complete household chores that may have been neglected during summer vacations. The heat of summer has passed, and the weather is still mild enough to be outdoors to make sure everything is ready for cold weather.
If you follow a checklist for spring cleaning, it’s time to repeat many of the same tasks. This time, you should start with the outdoor tasks and then move indoors as the weather becomes colder. By doing some extra work now, you’ll be ready to enjoy a snug winter without as many worries.
See the list of areas and items in your home you should clean, repair, or inspect (or all three!) during fall below, and read on for expert tips for tackling each item on your fall cleaning checklist.
If you’ve noticed your HVAC system struggling to stay cool, and it’s been struggling for a long time, it may be time to consider an upgrade. Certain signs will tell you when your HVAC system needs an upgrade, as long as you pay attention and remember to look for them. Here are some things to keep an eye on when considering if it is time to upgrade your HVAC system.
Your HVAC has Stopped Working Consistently
If you have been experiencing long gaps in this season’s energy efficiency and comfort, you should consider having the unit inspected by a professional. An upgrade is probably in order if the unit cannot be repaired. This may involve replacing the entire HVAC system, or simply updating certain system units.
