It's time to put away many of our summer clothes and household goods. Clearing space for Fall items that are often larger, heavier and bulkier, can really be helpful. From accessories to dresses and suits, properly clean, then store all of your summer items. Pack summer clothes away in a breathable bag or box away from direct sunlight. You can also store summer items like picnic baskets, summer toys, and water sports equipment neatly in your attic or garage until Spring rolls back around.

Many people only think of gardening as a Summer activity, but you can garden in Fall and Winter too. Now is the time to plant your winter garden vegetables. Some popular winter garden crops include, root vegetables like carrots, parsnips, and beets, hardy greens like kale, collards, spinach, and lettuce, and other cold-tolerant plants such as broccoli, brussel sprouts, cabbage, and leeks. Buy a few raised beds and soil and start planting.

Creating a Fall home maintenance checklist can save you energy, time, money, and future headaches. Some items that may be helpful to include on your checklist are gutter cleaning, roof inspection, adjusting your thermostat settings, getting your roof inspected, draining your water heater, and flipping your mattress.

Be sure you are ready for a Fall weather emergency or natural disaster. It's a good idea to have emergency supplies ready, organized, and easily accessible. A hand-crank weather radio, fresh batteries, a portable solar-powered generator, flashlights, emergency phone numbers, extra medication, additional water & preserved food, and a first aid kit are just some of things you may want to have ready to go.

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