As the Staples commercial suggests, for many households this is the most wonderful time of the year… back to school! With the summer months winding down and the smell of cool fresh September air mixed with pencils and papers lingering in the not-so-distant future, comes a renewed sense of responsibility for many Caledon and GTA families.
And it’s not just your kids you should be concerned with preparing for the upcoming season change. With fall setting in, now is a great time to make your to-do-list for items that you should be taking care of before the cold weather arrives.
Some things you may want to include are geared towards home maintenance and the changing temperatures? Hope to save some money on energy costs this fall and winter? Now is a great time to add weather stripping to doors and windows, caulk any cracks or holes to the exterior of your home, and inspect chimneys and your roof for any damage. It’s also a good idea to inspect gutters and eavestroughs to ensure they are in good condition. After all, pretty soon they will be doing double duty collecting rainwater and leaves. Also be aware that at this time of year all the little critters will try to find any possible entrance into your house. Keep mice and rats at bay by ensuring all vent openings are screened, no gaps exist between garage doors, and try to be conscious of keeping doors ajar for any length of time.
Now is also a great time to do a security check of your home, given that pretty soon there will be decreased traffic once the kids are back at school. Adjust any home alarm systems, replace burnt out lights on the exterior of your property, and replace smoke alarm batteries.
If you own a home with a pool, you’ll be thinking of closing that up in the next few weeks too, but not before enjoying at least a few more swims and afternoons in the sun.
Looking for more information on preparing your home (and family) for the back-to-school season? Feel free to contact us. We’re happy to provide advice on all things homeownership whenever you need us.
The Stuart Sinclair Team
www.TheStuartSinclairTeam.com
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