As we try to hang on to the last few weeks of the summer, autumn is already around the corner, and now is the time to think about making sure that your home is ready for the change in season.

Here are some of the jobs to do at this time of the year…

Clear out Gutters – As the leaves fall in the autumn, so does the rain and this can be a combination that is bad news for your gutters. To prevent any issues being caused by blocked gutters, now is a good time to get them cleaned out, as moss from the roof as well as other debris can build up and cause them to become blocked, which can lead to leaks, flooding and damage to the gutter itself.

Make Sure your Heating is Working Properly – You don’t want to switch your heating on when the first cold snap hits only to find that it isn’t working properly. Now is a good time to get a professional like this boiler servicing Cheltenham based company blu-fish.co.uk/gas-heating-services-cheltenham/boiler-repair-cheltenham/ to give your boiler and your heating system a thorough check up. This means that if there are any issues with it, it can be identified and repaired before you need your heating and means that you aren’t going to have to get someone to come out and do an emergency repair.

Spend Time on the Garden – There are lots of garden jobs that you can get on with at this time of the year to make sure that everything is ready for the winter. Make any repairs that are needed to outdoor structures, such as sheds and fences, and give all the garden furniture a good clean before you put it away for the winter to keep it out of the harsh weather.

Think about Home Security – When the nights start to draw in, it becomes easier for burglars to get into all of the dark areas, so think about the security of your home and what you can do to make it better. Security lighting is a great way to make sure that you keep dark areas that are not overlooked well lit, and using CCTV cameras helps to deter burglars from trying to enter your property.