It’s fall, which means the weather is cooling and its time to think about what home maintenance and renovations are needed to prepare for winter. Because housing values have dipped while energy costs have risen, it has become increasingly important to keep your home in good condition. Here’s a checklist of things that should be done to your home this fall.

And if the cost of a new furnace or roof seems daunting at this time, consider a home equity loan. You can talk to the experts at DFCU Financial who can set up with the right type of loan for your needs. For more information, visit the Home Equity section.