A Guide to Fall Home Care: Tips from a Main Line Custom Home Builder

Spring Mill Road Renovation, Villanova, PA

As the seasons change on the Main Line, thoughtful care can make all the difference in keeping a home comfortable, safe, and protected. Fall is the perfect time to prepare your home for the colder months ahead, and taking a few proactive steps now can help preserve its value while avoiding costly repairs down the road.

At Janiczek Homes, we believe caring for a home goes beyond design and construction. Just as we guide our clients through every detail of new construction, renovations, and additions, we also know the importance of seasonal upkeep to ensure a home continues to perform beautifully year after year.


Fall Home Maintenance Checklist

Here’s a straightforward guide to help you get started this season:

  • Clean gutters & downspouts once the leaves have fallen.

  • Schedule furnace or boiler service to ensure reliable heat all winter long.

  • Test smoke and carbon monoxide detectors and replace batteries if needed.

  • Inspect weather stripping & door sweeps to keep warm air in and drafts out.

  • Shut off & drain exterior hose bibs and irrigation before freezing temperatures arrive.

  • Service fireplace and chimney if you plan to use them this season.

  • Store outdoor furniture and cover your grill for protection through winter.

Additional steps, depending on your home, may include inspecting your roof and flashing, pruning trees and shrubs close to the house, sealing driveway cracks, and testing your sump pump. These extra measures can provide peace of mind and ensure your home is ready for whatever the season brings.


Why It Matters

For more than 40 years, Janiczek Homes has been building the Main Line’s most exceptional residences. We’ve seen firsthand how seasonal maintenance safeguards not only the comfort of a home but also its long-term value. Just as our construction process emphasizes quality craftsmanship and attention to detail, we believe the same philosophy applies to caring for a home over time.

Partnering on What’s Next

Seasonal upkeep is just one part of supporting great homes. Whether you’re planning new construction, a thoughtful renovation or addition, Janiczek Homes is here to partner with you from the earliest design phases through completion. Our integrated approach brings together architects, interior designers, and trusted real estate professionals to deliver homes that are built to endure.


Ready to Start the Conversation?

If you’re a homeowner, an architect, interior designer, or realtor with a project on the horizon, we’d love to connect. Let’s collaborate to bring your next vision to life.

Contact Janiczek Homes today to discuss your next project.

Jake Rychlak