Organizing a Fall Cleaning Schedule That Works
Organizing a Fall Cleaning Schedule That Works
Fall cleaning schedules can very quickly become overwhelming and the majority of the time it is because of a lack of organization. Getting your ducks in a row in advance of any task can be a great way to increase efficiency and make the job easier. This means we will have more time for the things we love to do in the fall like playing in the leaves, watching football and cooking out with friends!
Fall certainly creates some new challenges so knowing what is coming is important. Here are some tips to get help you organize a good Fall cleaning schedule that is easy to keep going throughout the season:
Begin by looking closely at the exterior
The Fall season is when you should check every nut, bolt and screw that is being used on the outside of your home. These often overlooked areas can cause problems that are much tougher to solve during the cold of winter. Check out your antenna, satellite dish, mailbox, gutter screws and anything else held together around your exterior with things that can be tightened.
Get your chimney ready to roll
Nobody wants to re-install flashing up on the roof during the dead of winter so get it over with. Take a close look at it and check to make sure you have all your chimney needs settled. Check for cracks and areas that need to be secured. While you are on the roof, go ahead and inspect the roof as well. Are there problem areas you will need to address? Get organized now to plan the solutions.
Clean out those gutters and check drainage flow
Get those leaves out and make sure you check to be sure the water will drain all the way through. Look for areas that are clogged and run the water from a hose through to be certain. The last thing you want is damaged gutters during the cold season. Clean them out carefully and make sure you have a spotter in place.
Put away the exterior furniture
Unless you have all weather furniture, you should really take the time to clean it really well and store it for the cold season. Some folks like to keep it outside all year and if your weather allows, so be it. Otherwise, put it in a safe place. Don’t forget to drain your faucets completely and turn them off to prevent freezing.
Rake or blow the leaves regularly
If you stay on top of this, Fall is really not all that hard. Gathering the leaves can be a fun, family affair. Have everyone join in the fun and spend time raking them up. A fun game at the end of the work will make it worthwhile for everyone.
Don’t forget to seal up the cracks and crevices
Whether you have openings in your foundation or around your doors and windows, now is the time to shore them up and fix them. Not only will you save on your energy bill….you will also find yourself a good bit warmer without the breeze passing through the living room.
Organizing a Fall cleaning schedule that works is simply about planning ahead and not procrastinating. What other Fall jobs do you like to get done before the Winter season kicks in?
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