Drain all garden hoses to prevent plumbing leaks.
Check batteries in smoke and carbon-monoxide detectors.
Stock up on furnace filters and give your furnace a test run now.
Check all doors and windows for cracks and seal them.
Switch out summer screens with glass, or cover windows with plastic kits.
Clean your gutters.
Drain gas from lawnmowers.
Reverse your ceiling fans so they spin clockwise.
Consider having your fireplace cleaned and stock up on firewood.
Consider upgrades such as installing extra insulation or buying a programmable thermostat, they can make big impacts on your pocketbook this winter.
Here’s a great link from Be CentsAble on How To Make Your Home More Energy Efficient
Olathe real estate agent, Brad Papa specialized in Kansas City and Olathe real estate. Brad Papa is a licensed real estate agent in Kansas and Missouri and can be reached at bradleypapa@remax.net, 913-526-4985 or www.papasinthehouse.com
