Seasonal (New England)

Before the freeze, after the thaw, and everything between.

• Fall Home Maintenance Checklist for New England

  The jobs to finish before the first freeze, from hoses and gutters to detectors and storm prep, so winter does not catch your house off guard.

  BeginnerA weekend, spread over a few weeks

• How to Mulch Your Garden Beds the Right Way

  How much mulch to buy, how deep to spread it, and how to keep it off tree trunks and your house, so it helps your plants instead of hurting them.

  Beginner2 to 4 hours

• How to Winterize Outdoor Faucets and Hoses

  Stop a burst pipe before it happens. Drain the outdoor spigots and put the hoses away before the first hard freeze in New England.

  Beginner15 to 30 minutes