As we begin to experience cooling temperatures here in Harbor Country, we anticipate the beautiful fall season. Many of us are dreaming of cozying up in our Harbor Country homes around the fireplace with family and friends. Before we know it, we’ll be feeling the crisp air, watching the leaves change to vibrant colors and thinking of the holiday season.
In our work as Harbor Country Real Estate agents and advisors serving the Harbor Country towns of Union Pier, Lakeside, Harbert, New Buffalo, Grand Beach, Michiana, Three Oaks and Sawyer, our goal is to provide our clients with a well rounded approach. Whether you’re buying, selling or wanting to know how to get the most from your home; we hope to provide you with a number of great tips and advice!
Ready to create a fall checklist to ensure your home is fully ready for fall? Here are a few items you won’t want to miss!
1. Check the roof- Whether you climb a ladder and survey the top, or grab a pair of binoculars for a close inspection, be sure to take a good look at your roof. You’ll want to be on the lookout for missing shingles or any other damage so that you can replace or fix it before the cold weather hits.
2. Add weatherstripping to doors and windows- Weatherstripping can be plastic, foam, felt or metal; its job is to seal small gaps, keeping moisture and cold air outside where they belong. Newer, energy-efficient windows generally don't require added weatherstripping, but if your windows are older, weatherstripping can keep drafts at bay and energy costs down.
3. Clean your chimney- Before you begin cozying up by the fire in your Harbor Country home, be sure to clean our your fireplace and chimney. The same goes for any heating appliances and vents!
4. Turn off exterior faucets- As the gardening season comes to an end, begin putting any outdoor hoses away for the season. Be sure to turn off and fully drain all exterior faucets since leaving water in the pipes can freeze and cause the pipes to burst.
5. Add downspout extensions- The fall in Harbor Country can be filled with rainy days, so you want to be sure your home is ready to handle the additional water fall. Adding extensions to your downspouts so that water is running at least three to four feet away from your home can help you prevent water damage or flooding.
6. Check gutters- Do a quick visual check to make sure gutters are clear; they'll be performing double duty soon with rainstorms and falling leaves. Full gutters can cause water damage to the roof as well as ice dams.
7. Reverse ceiling fans- Reversing your ceiling fan in the cooler months can save on your heating bill. Switching the fan so the blades run clockwise will help push the warm air near the ceiling down into the room.
Creating a fall checklist now and beginning to get items checked off will allow you the opportunity to relax later on in the season and enjoy the Harbor Country lifestyle.
As always, if you have any questions about living in Harbor Country or would like to learn more about the Harbor Country Real Estate market; please don’t hesitate to contact us!
We look forward to hearing from you!
Shoreline Property Advisors
@ Prudential Rubloff
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