There’s a lot of work around the house and yard to get ready for fall. Sometimes the list of chores can seem overwhelming or sometimes a homeowner isn’t physically up for all the maintenance demands. That’s when it’s time to call a handyman to make a couple of home improvements. Below are just a few of the fall tasks you can ask a handyman to handle.
Clean Out Those Gutters: Once the bulk of your leaves are down, hire a handyman to clean out and inspect gutters. Cleaning gutters is a must-do each fall to prevent future damage to your home. If debris builds up in your gutter, it can create a clog that will result in water damage or ice dams in the winter.
Furnace Maintenance: Fall is the best time to make sure your heating system will last through the winter. If you neglect furnace maintenance, you may lose heat just when you need it the most. Even if your furnace isn’t on the verge of failure, a tune-up can help it work at peak energy efficiency. A handyman can also let you know if there are potential problems with your furnace that need repair before the really cold weather sets in.
Energy Efficiency: Before you’re deep into winter, have a handyman do an energy-efficiency inspection on your house. Small home improvement projects here and there can save you a lot of money later in the year. A handyman can repair cracked or leaky windows, insulate pipes and vents, and put in weather stripping around doors and windows. TIP: Have you added spray foam to your outlets? Add it to your handyman list!
Exterior of the House: Now is a good time to look over your house for deterioration that might cause trouble later. A handyman can inspect for peeling or mildewing paint that would allow water damage. Other home improvements you might need include roof work such as fixing holes in your roof or gaps in the flashing around chimneys and vents. Ask your local handyman to inspect your bricks for cracks or crumbling and to repair anyplace where the exterior caulking needs work.