Experts offer their Home Maintenance Tips for the Colder Months Experts have explained how you can prepare your home for fall with top maintenance tips for when temperatures begin to drop. As the months get colder and then nights get darker, it is important to prepare your home for the seasonal changes. By completing big home maintenance tasks in the brief period between the end of summer and the beginning of fall your home will be better prepared for drastic weather changes such as heavy rain, frosts, and possible high winds coming its way. Read all of How Do I Prepare My Home for Fall?