🧰 Your November Home To-Do List (That Future Buyers Will Actually Care About)

Kat Moore — The German Realtor®
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November Home Maintenance Tips Maryland | Prep Your Home for Winter & Resale

Maryland Realtor® Kat Moore shares smart, funny, and realistic fall home-maintenance tasks that boost comfort now and impress future buyers later.

🍁 Because “Cozy” Doesn’t Just Happen

Sure, fall is for pumpkin pie, candles, and pretending the laundry pile doesn’t exist — but it’s also the perfect time to show your home a little love. The kind of love that keeps the heat in, the critters out, and your future buyers impressed.

Here’s your November home to-do list: the one that actually matters when it’s time to sell — and keeps you warm in the meantime.

🧤 1. Seal the Drafts, Save the Cash

Feel that chilly breeze sneaking in around the window? That’s your money escaping. Grab some weather-stripping or caulk, and spend ten minutes sealing leaks. Future buyers won’t see the work, but they’ll feel the difference when your energy bills are lower.

“A warm house and a low utility bill — the ultimate power couple.”

🪵 2. Show Your Furnace Some Love

Your furnace has one job — and it can’t do it well if it’s choking on dust. Replace the filter, schedule a quick tune-up, and check the thermostat batteries. It’s cheaper than an emergency call when it’s 28°F and you can see your own breath inside.

Bonus: A clean system says “well-maintained home” to future buyers before they even step in.

🧹 3. Gutters: Everyone’s Least Favorite Chore (But Do It Anyway)

Yes, it’s messy. Yes, you’ll question your life choices halfway through. But clogged gutters lead to leaks, foundation problems, and cranky home inspectors. Grab gloves, put on your hero cape, and get it done.

“Future buyers can’t see clean gutters — but they’ll definitely notice water stains on the ceiling.”

💡 4. Light It Up

Shorter days mean more time indoors, and lighting can make or break your home’s atmosphere. Replace dim bulbs, add warm tones, and consider solar lights for pathways. It’s cozy and safe — a double win.

🛋️ 5. Declutter Like a Pro

You don’t need to wait for spring cleaning. Donate, recycle, or rehome anything you don’t love or use. Less clutter now means easier packing later — and it helps buyers imagine their own stuff in the space when you’re ready to list.