Winter is Coming

It's September. Time to do a little winterproofing.

Check the roof and the chimney for damage, with binoculars.
Check the gutters, downspouts, and drains are clear.
Check the smoke alarms. Also the carbon monoxide alarms.
Check the perimeter for gaps that might allow mice in, and spray perimeter with mint solution.
Check the draught excluders and the weather stripping on the doors.
Get some salt in to de-ice the paths.
Stock up on seed for the wild birds.
Stock up on dog food and dog treats.
Stock up on non-perishable food for the humans.
Clean the water containers.
Stock up on fuel: wood, coal, central heating oil.
Stock up on lights: candles, oil lamps, spare lightbulbs. Check the location of the windup torches.
Stock up on matches, lighters, and firelighters.
Locate the hot water bottles.
Locate hats, gloves, socks, boots, and winter coats.
Change the bedcovers to winter-weight duvets.
Check the attics for leaks.
Check the curtains and curtain linings.
Lay out the rugs in the bedrooms.
Bleed the radiators and check the reflectors.
Get the car serviced.
Check the car's lights are all working.
Stock the car with a first-aid kit, a torch, a blanket, water and food.
Check the tyre pressures, including the spare.
Make sure the breakdown service number is stored on my phone.