October Home Checklist and Inspections

Leisa Zeigler, a lifelong resident of Northwest Ohio and Realtor since 2004 has been serving clients in Findlay and surrounding communities for many years. She offers these basic tips for getting ready for a NW Ohio Winter!

October Home Checklist and Inspections

Following these 13 clean up routines inside and outside your home helps prepare your home for a change in the weather……….

• Replace filters or wash permanent ones in heating system
• Change batteries in carbon monoxide and smoke detectors
• Reset programmable thermostat
• Clean and inspect gutters and downspouts
• Clean and store outdoor furniture and decorations
• Wash window glass, frames and sill
• Clean out weep-holes in sliders and change screen to storm panel
• Wash storm door frame and replace storm panels
• Remove portable air conditioner unit
• Clean and store lawn equipment and tools
• Winterize sprinkler system and drain and turn off outdoor water spigots
• Plant spring flowering bulbs
• Clean up fallen leaves, pine needles etc. from lawn and garden beds, build up soil with slow-release fertilizer and mulch plants for winter protection.

“Let Leisa List It!”