1. It's more pleasant to clean when the weather is nice.
   It's more pleasant to clean when the days are longer.
2. both of the above

It's a lot more pleasant to do major cleaning while the weather is still nice outside and you can open a window to air out the house. You'll also have more energy in the fall when the sun sets later.

1. ladders
   roofs
2. terraces

Falls from ladders are among the leading causes of work-related injury and death according to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration of the United States Department of Labor. Make sure you know about ladder safety and observe safe ladder practices.

1. roof
   wall
2. window

If your roof gutters are clogged with leaves, you may have problems with accumulated water on the roof itself or on your walls and foundation. Fall is a great time to clear them out before the heavy rains and snow begin.

1. an axe
   a big shovel
2. a narrow trowel

Before you start on your roof gutter cleaning project, you will need to prepare a narrow trowel, a stiff brush, safety goggles, work gloves, a plastic garbage bag and a hose with a pressure attachment.

1. near the drain outlets
   near the drain pipes
2. near the drain faucets

Start your gutter cleaning project near the drain outlets, where you should find the heaviest concentration of leaves and gunk. Use a narrow trowel to scoop the mess into a plastic garbage bag.

1. after a heavy rain
   after a light rain
2. after a snowstorm

The best time to clean your gutters is the day after a light rain. The slightly damp leaves and dirt will be easier to remove.

1. hose
   wire
2. cable

After you have manually cleared your roof gutters of large debris, use a hose with attached pressure attachment to remove any remaining silt from your gutters and to check if your downspout is clear. Use a plumber's snake to clear any obstruction.

1. Dig a trench.
   Dig a hole.
2. Buy a sloped splash box.

If water collects under your roof gutter's downspout during a heavy rain, think about investing in a sloped splash box that will reroute water away from your foundation.

1. It keeps the germs under control.
   It keeps the grease buildup under control.
2. both of the above

A good kitchen scrubbing once in a while keeps germs and grease buildup under control and makes everything smell fresher and look brighter.

1. acid
   all purpose
2. antibacterial

To clean your refrigerator thoroughly, remove all of the food as well as the shelves, racks, bins and trays. Rinse everything with an antibacterial cleaner and be sure to clean the door gasket, which provides an air-tight seal.

1. cleaning the vegetable bin
   cleaning the egg holder
2. cleaning the condenser coils

Be sure to pull out the refrigerator and vacuum the condenser coils thoroughly. Clean condenser coils will save you energy dollars by keeping your refrigerator running efficiently.

1. corn flour
   baking soda
2. sugar

To get your dishwasher really clean and fresh-smelling, use some baking soda on a damp sponge to wipe down the interior .

1. an ice scraper
   a beach blanket
2. a portable ice chest

Fall is the perfect time to stock your car with essentials you might need during the cold and snowy winter months, such as an ice scraper, an umbrella, a blanket and warm gloves.

1. money
   gasoline
2. both of the above

Fall is as good a time as any to empty your car and trunk of excess junk that you don't need. Carrying extra weight in your car wastes gas and money.

1. your car registration
   snacks
2. chewing gum

Make sure you have easy access to your current car registration and proof of insurance by storing it in your car's glove compartment. Never keep food in your car for any length of time.

1. your car
   every piece of junk you've ever collected
2. old newspapers and bottles

If your garage is so full of junk your car hasn't fit inside in years, it's time to make a change. Garages should be used to protect your car from thieves and from the elements.

1. Take everything outside.
   Throw everything out.
2. Give everything to charity.

The first step in organizing your garage is to take everything outside. You can then sweep or clean the floor with a wet-dry vacuum and install new shelving or bins.

1. Decide what you want to throw away.
   Decide what you want to keep.
2. both of the above

The first step to organizing your garage is to decide which things you want to keep, which things you can throw away and which things can be given away to others who might appreciate them.

1. 80 degrees Fahrenheit (26.6 Celsius)
   100 degrees Fahrenheit (37.7 Celsius)
2. 130 degrees Fahrenheit (54.4 Celsius)

To prepare bedding for winter, use very hot water --130 degrees Fahrenheit (54.4 Celsius) or higher -- to kill dust mites and bacteria.

1. bleach
   lemon juice
2. vinegar

Bleach can kill virtually every type of indoor mold it comes into contact with. Before winter starts, clean surfaces that tend to stay moist, like shower enclosures and sinks, with special mold cleaners or with a weak solution of bleach and dishwashing liquid.