Outdoor Tasks:
A
Clean gutters and downspouts.
A
Inspect roof and chimney for cracks
and damage.
A
Rake leaves and shred to use as
mulch or dispose of them based on
local guidelines.
A
Close or install storm windows.
A
Remove hoses from spigots and
drain and store indoors, coiled and
flat.
A
Store outdoor furniture and
cushions.
Indoor Tasks:
A
Test smoke and carbon monoxide
detectors when you set clocks back
in the fall.
A
Check windows and doors for
weather-tightness and install
weather stripping where it's
needed.
A
Have furnace professionally
inspected.
A
Perform a quick rodent check.
These little guys will also be
needing a warm dry place this
Fall - best if they do not take up
residence in your attic or crawl
space.
A
Dust blinds and vacuum curtains
throughout your house.
A
Clean kitchen and bathroom
cabinets and throw away outdated
food, medicine and cosmetics.
How To Build a A
Compost Bin
•
Buying Guides for
Compost Bins
•
Compost Without
Raising a Stink
Fall is a great time
to start (or add to) that
compost bin. But often the
first thing that people think
of when they imagine an
outdoor compost bin is a
smelly eyesore. It does not
have to be this way folks. Try a
smaller bin to start out - build
it yourself in 1/2 a day or use
the Benjamin's to skirt the
sweat equity. Either way you
will feel good about recycling
mother earth and your garden
will thank you as well.
