Here are a few tips from This Old House Online on easy ways to improve your home as Fall approaches:
Clean the Vent Hood
Wipe down the interior and exterior with a nonabrasive household degreaser. Prewash the filter before running it through the dishwasher on the top rack.
Get Deals on Lawn Equipment
Take note of outdoor gear that may need to be replaced, since yard tools and mowers will be on sale by Labor Day weekend.
Service Smoke Alarms
Clear dust from the smoke-sensing chamber using a vacuum’s soft brush or compressed air, then test after reinstalling.