Maintenance Guides / Lawn & Outdoor

Fall leaf removal

Difficulty: moderateTime: 120 mins

Why it matters

Leaves kill grass, clog gutters, and breed pests near foundation.

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How to do it

  • 1

    Wait until most leaves have fallen but before snow arrives.

  • 2

    Rake or blow leaves from lawn into piles.

  • 3

    Bag leaves for yard waste pickup or compost bin.

  • 4

    Use leaf blower or gutter scoop to clear leaves from roof gutters.

  • 5

    Clear downspout extensions and verify drainage away from foundation.

  • 6

    Remove leaves from around foundation and adjacent to garage/shed.

  • 7

    Make multiple passes if leaves continue to fall through late autumn.