Autumn

Autumn Maintenance Checklist In order to keep your new home in top condition, you should ensure that the following regular home maintenance tasks are performed every autumn. 

Check for soil settlement at your foundation and fill any low spots

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Check door and window weather stripping; replace if necessary

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Clean and service your humidifier unit, check house for condensation and humidity

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Check self-closing doors between your garage and home for proper operation

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Check basement teleposts and floor drains

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Clean leaves from eavestroughs, downspouts and the roof.

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Check sump pump and line for leaks and to ensure proper operation

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Fertilize lawn, trees and shrubs

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Check and clean or replace furnace and ventilation filters

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Remove grilles from forced air systems and vacuum inside the ducts

Winterize landscaping (store outdoor furniture, and protect young trees/shrubs for winter, etc.)

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Test your furnace by turning it to the ON position then set your thermostat to “heat” and temporarily heat

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Drain exterior water lines and hoses then store hoses for the winter

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Close interior valve to outdoor hose connection and drain the hose bib (exterior faucet)

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Make sure the ground around your home slopes away from the foundation wall so that water does not drain into your basement

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Check and clean bathroom exhaust fans and range hoods

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Remove interior screens from windows to allow air movement; this will help keep condensation off window glass in colder months

Cover outside air conditioning unit and shut off power

If you have any questions or concerns, please don’t hesitate to contact us. Contact details for each Homes by Dream regional service department are available online at homesbydream.ca under the Support tab.