Angies List: 3 Fall Chores Not To Ignore

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PITTSBURGH (KDKA) When the weather is crisp, leaves are falling, and football is on TV, it can be easy to ignore fall chores.

But, if you want to stay cozy and avoid costly problems this winter, you better get to work.

Angies List said there are three projects every homeowner should cross off their checklist before winter arrives.

Gutter cleaning isnt glamorous, but its one of the most important jobs on any fall to-do list.

Your gutters should not be ignored because leaves will gather there, which will lead to mold as well as bugs, even ice damming in the winter. And if youre like some people, you might actually get a garden growing in your gutters, which can be pretty embarrassing. So, taking care of them can lead to better health of your home, especially your roof, Angie Hicks with Angies List said.

Whether you do it yourself or hire a pro, dont neglect the downspouts when cleaning.

You also want to make sure that all of your gutters are actually nailed in properly and look at your gutter boards and make sure that they are sealed, Elden Foltz, a handyman, said.

Once your gutters are clear, turn your attention to sealing drafts around windows and doors. Walk through your home with a lit candle or stick of incense to see where cold air is seeping in.

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Angies List: 3 Fall Chores Not To Ignore