Care Tips September House in East Texas

We all know that the spring cleaning, but there are some things you can do in the fall to prepare your house for the winter! Fortunately, in Texas, we have to deal with it the cellar or severe winter like many northern states. However, there are certain elements that need to be addressed in order to avoid costly problems later. Preventative maintenance is the maintenance usually cheaper (and who does not love less?). Keep your house in perfect condition with these tips housekeeping in September:

LET'S WIND - This is a good time to clean the air vents / records. To remove the quickie, use a spring bar or cloth to be exposed to dust in the cracks to remove. For a thorough cleaning, remove the vents and carry out, and spray the dust with a water hose. Making sure that they are complete before the new agreement.

Get your head in the gutter - fall especially the leaves, make sure that the channels are already full of debris from last year. You can "DIY" or rent. Many utilities terrace offer this service slows when mowing season. It is much better, it now clean and potential problems that prevent by non-functioning gutters.

ROOF Check -Take short walk outside your house and visual inspection for loose shingles, nails and increases are missing or damaged flashing. Roof repairs will not disappear and will receive less, no doubt. Set when a small repair before a major repair or complete replacement.

Varmint TRAPPES - Even if you make your way to do so on every hole that living things are used to enter the house or keep in the attic in the eye. Squirrels, raccoons and mice can cause serious (and expensive) damage cause by the son of chewing and other activities. On the other hand, it's just frightening to hear, perform at a party in your attic! Be sure to fill the holes, so that they do not come and go as they please.

Let vent a few more - Lint is the gift that keeps. There is always clean the lint with a hairdryer. Give it a good cleaning and avoid potential fire hazard.

SANTA pioneer! - Before the cold season (if available), it is a good time to have your chimney sweep. Creosote and animals can build nests in your home and are a fire hazard. Call chimney sweep before the reserved for the holidays! Experts suggest that this year will be carried out in the safe in your home.

Fall Fun! - Bust scarecrows, pumpkins and turkeys is the time fall decor! By the end of this month is a good time to dig them warm winter blankets and have them cleaned and ready for the first cold night at home!

Of course, always with caution and common sense when climbing stairs and not working on your property. While the "do it yourself" can recognize a good option for some, borders. Hire a professional if necessary. The most important of all, remember, taste some pumpkin before they enjoy their honey again.

Lisa E. Priest nothing like pumpkin flavor and is a real estate agent in Texas with Picket Fence Realty, Inc. You can reach them by phone or text 903-948-3343 or read in BuyPalestine.com.

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