Getting prepared for a harsh winter means that there are things around the house that you need to keep up with. Follow these general fall maintenance to-dos to ensure your home is in peak condition during the winter months.

Clean Gutters: After the leaves have fallen, it’s important that you clean out your gutters and downspouts. Clogged gutters during winter is one of the main reasons that people endure ice dams.

Roof Inspection: You should check to make sure that your roof is in good shape. Contact a local roofing contractor to do a thorough inspection. Winter provides the harshest weather on roofs so it’s more important then ever to make sure your roof is in tip-top shape.

Air Conditioners: Take out any window air conditioner units and wrap up and cover any exterior air conditioner units.

Seal Your Driveway: Driveways can take a beating during the winter. Inspect your driveway for any cracks and fill them. If unattended, your driveway will only get much worse.

Store any yard equipment: Any tools or equipment that you use on the lawn should be properly stored away for the winter. Lawn mowers, leaf blowers and chain saws should all be put away. Also, be sure to organize your snow clearing equipment so you can be ready when the snow arrives.

Inspect Your Furnace: Getting your furnace inspected by a professional is a good idea to ensure everything is in working order. Some signs that you need an inspection performed sooner includes noisy belts, poor performance and erratic behavior.

Fore more information about roofing maintenance and inspections feel free to contact the specialists. We can be reached over the phone at 401-255-2003 or through our online contact form.