Fall is a great time of the year, as the air grows crisp and the leaves begin to change. It is also a time to prepare for the following year. Here are five common things to prepare for in the fall, so that the rest of the year goes smoothly.
1) If you have a boat the fall is the time to take your boat out of the water and to store it somewhere during the winter. This will give you a chance to make any necessary repairs and protect your boat for future seasons.
2) The fall is a great time to pull out your winter sports equipment and prepare it for winter weather. You will want to make sure that you service your snowmobile during this time. You should also review the safety tips for riding. You can learn more here.
3) If you have an outdoor pool you will need to prepare it for winter weather as well. You should follow the instructions that came with your pool to prepare it for winter.
4) If have a garden, now is the time to prepare the soil for the next year. You can also prepare your lawn for the winter as well. If you have a flower garden the fall is a great time to plant flowers for next spring. You can learn fall gardening tips here.
5) The fall is great time of year to check on the winter equipment that you use to clear snow from your yard. You should make sure that you have gas for your snow blower and check to make sure that it is running. It will save you hassle on shoveling snow while your machine is being fixed. You should also make sure that you store you summer equipment, such as your lawn mower, properly in the fall, so that it can survive the winter weather.
You can find more tips for protecting your home and your car from winter weather here.