Summer is almost officially over, which means it’s time to start preparing for colder weather and hosting the upcoming holidays in your Burlington home. The end of September is the perfect time to run through routine maintenance to keep your air clean and healthy, your energy bills low, and your furnace ready to do the heavy lifting required for the season.
The running list of to-do’s can get overwhelming, so here’s a quick checklist to make sure you’re not missing any important fall cleaning and maintenance:
Fall Routine Home Cleaning and Maintenance Checklist
☑ Complete Furnace Maintenance
Winters in Wisconsin are rough, and the last thing you want to deal with is a broken furnace in the middle of winter. Before temperatures drop to freezing, check to see if your furnace is blowing out cold air, inconsistently heating your home, or is noisy. If your furnace exhibits any of these behaviors, it may be a sign that your furnace needs some TLC before the freezing temperatures come.
☑ Get Your Ducts Cleaned
Regular duct cleaning is essential to maintaining clean, healthy air. When you get your ducts cleaned, you also eradicate particulates, prevent mold, and extend the life of your HVAC system.
☑ Clean Your Dryer Vents
Dirty dryer vents can degrade your home’s air quality and pose a fire risk. Regular dryer vent cleaning prevents fire hazards, improves your air quality, improves energy efficiency, and extends the life of your dryer.
☑ Clean and Test Your Smoke Detector
Your smoke detector is a critical safety measure. Test the batteries and the alarm, and make sure they stay clean and dust-free. (We suggest double-checking the manufacturer’s instructions for your specific brand.)
Capital is Ready to Make Fall Maintenance a Breeze
Fall cleaning is the key to a safe, comfortable, and worry-free winter. While it can feel overwhelming, it doesn’t have to be. Here at Capital, our nationally accredited technicians are going to treat your home like they would their own mother’s so that when your mother comes to visit, she won’t find a thing out of place.
Give us a call so we can prepare your home for the upcoming season together. We’re ready to make fall maintenance a breeze so you can focus on enjoying the upcoming holiday season with your loved ones.
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