![]() ![]() Flush out the hot water heater to prevent sediment build-up. Check for pests, especially around the foundation or any wood near the ground level.(If the ground is impermeable, stump removal can wait until spring.) (It’s a good idea to have a registered arborist check for any ill trees or dead branches that could be missed by an untrained eye and escalate to become a hazard to people and property.) Removing dead trees is less expensive at this time of year, and if the ground is frozen, it’s less likely to interrupt surrounding vegetation. Trees: trim trees and remove dead branches or trees that present a risk to the property.Patch up bald spots, reseed and fertilize any grass. ![]() Lawn: remove weeds, including in the flower beds.Shrubs: clean up your shrubs by trimming and removing dead branches.These tasks are easier (and less expensive) to complete in the colder months so that your home is ready to look its best when the weather warms again. This isn’t just for show: unwanted plants, pests and natural hazards can interfere with your home’s functionality. Start your new year by making sure the curb appeal of your house is prime, including sprucing up your landscaping. Month By Month Home Maintenance Checklist While we work hard to provide accurate and up to date information that we think you will find relevant, Forbes Home does not and cannot guarantee that any information provided is complete and makes no representations or warranties in connection thereto, nor to the accuracy or applicability thereof. The compensation we receive from advertisers does not influence the recommendations or advice our editorial team provides in our articles or otherwise impact any of the editorial content on Forbes Home. Second, we also include links to advertisers’ offers in some of our articles these “affiliate links” may generate income for our site when you click on them. This site does not include all companies or products available within the market. The compensation we receive for those placements affects how and where advertisers’ offers appear on the site. First, we provide paid placements to advertisers to present their offers. This compensation comes from two main sources. To help support our reporting work, and to continue our ability to provide this content for free to our readers, we receive compensation from the companies that advertise on the Forbes Home site. The Forbes Home editorial team is independent and objective. ![]()
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