It’s hard to believe that fall will be here before we know it, and now is the time to start getting ready. If only we could decorate our homes to prepare for fall, but there is much more to do to prepare your home as a homeowner. We at North Beach Realty want to share a few things with you that are a must. Look below at our top 4 ways to prepare your home for fall.
Clean the Gutters
Owning a home at the beach can be a great thing, but ensuring all the gutters are debris-free can be overwhelming. If your home has any trees around it, you may have yet to notice that your gutters are not draining correctly. If they are not, then you’ll not only have a flooded interior but also some damage to the roof as well. Clean out all the debris and leaves and check for clogs before winter. In the long run, this can help save you money as there will be no damage to your home.
Fertilize your Yard
Another way that you can get your home ready is by getting your yard fertilized. Even if your yard looks amazing now, you’ll want to keep it looking that way year-round. Applying fertilizer in early September to the first few weeks of October is the best time. Head to a local hardware store and pick the right fertilizer for your yard. While your grass may look like it’s not growing and it might seem dead, applying fertilizer will allow for no extra damage to be done. When spring rolls around, your lawn should return to its beauty without spending additional money.
Organize your Garage
If your home has a garage and you have kids, your garage may seem like a hot mess right now. However, one of the ways that you can get ready for the fall and the cooler months is by organizing it. Head to the store and pick up a few boxes to store the items you won’t use in the fall or winter. Let the kids join in, as they probably helped make the mess and spent the afternoon cleaning it together. Think of the fun memories you’ll make, and you might find that one thing you thought was long gone.
Seal your Windows and Doors
As the temperatures drop in South Carolina, you must ensure your home is adequately insulated. One of the easiest ways to maintain a comfortable temperature inside your home is by checking the seals. You will want to ensure you don’t have any drafts coming through the windows or doors. Check for gaps and the weather stripping to see if there are any. If so, we suggest you either fix the seals yourself or call a professional. We know having a high electrical bill is not in the cards this winter, so taking these small steps will help you and guarantee you don’t have one.
There are many other ways to prepare your home for fall, but we wanted to share these with you. If you haven’t found your next dream home on the Grand Strand, call us today. We hope these few things will help prepare your family and home for the cooler months!