08/31/2026
š Your Michigan homeās fall maintenance checklist!
Before the snow and freezing temperatures arrive, a little fall prep can save you from some big (and expensive) headaches later.
Here are a few things to tackle this season:
š Clean your guttersā Remove leaves and debris so water can drain properly and doesnāt back up or freeze.
š§ Check downspoutsā Make sure theyāre directing water several feet away from your foundation.
š³ Trim trees & branchesā Remove dead or overhanging branches that could become a problem once we get heavy snow and ice.
šŖ Check windows & doorsā Look for drafts, damaged seals, or gaps around frames and weatherstripping.
š° Disconnect garden hosesā Drain and store hoses before freezing temperatures to help protect your exterior faucets and plumbing.
š„ Schedule your furnace tune-upā Itās better to find an issue before you need your heat running 24/7.
š§± Inspect your foundationā Look for new cracks, moisture, or areas where water may be collecting near the house.
š¬ļø Check your attic ventilationā Proper ventilation and insulation can help prevent moisture and ice-dam problems during a Michigan winter.
š Clean up around your homeā Keep leaves and debris away from siding, foundation walls, window wells, and drainage areas.
š ļø Take care of the small stuff now. That loose gutter, cracked caulk, or minor leak can become a much bigger project once Michigan winter hits.
Save this post and make your fall home maintenance list! šš”