Improving your home's curb appeal is important for you, your neighbours and potential buyers. The exterior of a house leaves a lasting first impression, whether good or bad. Even if you’re not selling, keeping up the lawn and landscaping are essential to your home’s curb appeal.
As the leaves change and the days get shorter, take the time this autumn to prepare for the oncoming cold weather. Ready the furnace for the months of work it will have ahead, and clean out the fireplace. Test them both to ensure they’ll be working when you need the heat. Don’t wait until it’s snowing to clear out your gutters. With upkeep in the fall, you’ll have peace of mind in the winter and more time to hibernate.
Many fires are due to unsafe or improper wiring or other preventable electrical hazards. The unfortunate truth is that many home fires could have been averted.