Fall & winter home checklist

Get ahead of the rains and the first cold nights.

• Clean the gutters and downspouts

  Overflowing gutters soak walls and foundations in the first big storm.

  Find a gutter pro Team up with neighbors

• Tune up the heating

  A yearly check catches problems before the first cold night, and a fresh filter helps it run better.

  Find a heating & AC pro Team up with neighbors

• Trim trees away from the roof and wires

  Heavy limbs come down in winter storms. Dormant season is a good time to trim.

  Find a tree pro Team up with neighbors

• Have the roof checked

  Loose shingles and worn flashing are cheaper to fix before they leak.

  Find a roofer

• Sweep the chimney before the first fire

  Built-up soot is a fire risk - have it swept and inspected.

  Find a chimney sweep Team up with neighbors

• Test smoke and carbon monoxide alarms

  Heaters and fireplaces run more in winter. Test each alarm and replace old batteries.

See the spring & summer home checklist →

General guidance only. SVHN connects you with local pros; the pro you hire is responsible for the work.