50 items across 7 categories.

Heating & Utilities

• Service the furnace and change filter
• Test and replace smoke detector batteries
• Test carbon monoxide detectors
• Have chimney and fireplace inspected homeowner
• Stock up on heating oil or check fuel supply optional
• Bleed radiator valves if needed
• Schedule HVAC tune-up
• Check thermostat settings and program schedule

Insulation & Drafts

• Seal windows with weatherstripping
• Apply window film or plastic sheeting
• Install draft stoppers on doors
• Caulk gaps around windows and doors
• Add insulation to attic if needed homeowner
• Insulate outdoor wall outlets and switch plates
• Insulate garage door homeowner

Exterior

• Clean gutters and downspouts homeowner
• Trim tree branches near the roof homeowner
• Drain and store garden hoses homeowner
• Shut off and drain outdoor faucets homeowner
• Bring in or cover outdoor furniture
• Check roof for loose or damaged shingles homeowner
• Stock snow shovel and ice melt
• Test snow blower and stock fuel homeowner optional
• Protect sensitive plants or bring them indoors

Plumbing & Pipes

• Insulate exposed pipes homeowner
• Drain and winterize sprinkler system homeowner optional
• Locate and test the main water shutoff valve
• Keep cabinets open during hard freezes
• Know how to drip faucets to prevent freezing

Safety

• Stock emergency heating source and fuel
• Assemble or restock emergency kit
• Check fire extinguishers and replace if needed
• Make sure driveway and walkway are clear of ice
• Keep a backup phone charger and battery
• Review home insurance for winter coverage
• Prepare an emergency supply of food and water
• Test emergency generator optional

Winter Gear

• Pull out and check winter coats
• Locate hats, gloves, and scarves
• Check boots and winter footwear
• Stock spare blankets
• Prepare warm bedding and flannel sheets
• Get seasonal tires checked or swap them car
• Stock an ice scraper and snow brush for the car car

Maintenance

• Clean and reverse ceiling fan direction
• Drain water heater and check settings homeowner
• Lubricate garage door tracks homeowner
• Check weather stripping on the garage door homeowner
• Service the snow blower oil and spark plug homeowner optional
• Check and winterize any seasonal gear