Highlands NC Homes, Don’t Ignore Fall Chores This Month

Highlands NC homes

Highlands NC Homes, Don’t Ignore Fall Chores This Month


Highlands NC homes

Meadows Mountain Realty, Highlands NC real estate

Owners of Highlands NC homes, don’t ignore fall chores this month. Ultimately, taking care of your home means protecting your investment. Fall chores will not only help set a home up for a successful winter but also be better prepared for spring. Fall chores should include tending to both the inside and outside of a Highlands NC home.

Take advantage of good weather

Use the good-weather days to attend to outdoor chores. Make sure the irrigation system gets blown out. This is necessary to avoid frozen lines which can lead to a lot of work in the spring. Another good idea is to aerate and fertilize the lawn, which will help the lawn bounce back in the spring. Of course, clearing the gutters of leaves and debris, putting away hoses and tools, and scheduling a chimney inspection are other musts for the outdoor chore list.

Don’t forget about the inside

Preparing for winter is important at this time of year. No one wants to get stuck without heat when it is needed. Furthermore, freezing temperatures can lead to frozen pipes. Ultimately, frozen pipes can burst which can mean both expensive repairs and flooding issues. Make sure that any surface pipes are insulated, especially in the garage. Check door and window seals to keep drafts to a minimum. Additionally, get the heating system checked to make sure it is operational when needed.

Learn more about Highlands NC homes

Contact our team at Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Meadows Mountain Realty today to learn more about Highlands NC real estate. We welcome the opportunity to update you on market conditions while answering all of your buying and selling questions. Let our knowledge and experience serve as your guide to Highlands NC homes.

Click here to read “Fall Checklist: Yard Work That Sets Up Spring Benefits” from REALTOR Magazine.