Fall is in full swing, but before breaking out your Halloween decorations, read on for seven important October home maintenance tasks to tackle. From gutters and toilets to windows and doors, we’ve got some great tips to tighten up your house and save you money during the cold weather ahead.

Your checkbook will thank you, not only this winter but as you avoid costly repairs down the road. So grab your caulking gun, ladder, and toolbox; andread on to find how to take on our October home maintenance tasksaround your home, along with a printable to-do list!