September Home Maintenance Checklist

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 September Home Maintenance Checklist For most of the country, September signals the end of summer’s dog days and a return to fuzzy sweaters, chilly evenings, and, of course, pumpkin spice  everything  (this is America, after all). But before those first autumn leaves begin to fall, it’s crucial to take a few steps to stave off any cold weather home breakdowns. Luckily, we’re here to make it as easy as possible for you with our handy checklist of  home maintenance  chores to tackle this month. These quick, relatively painless tasks can potentially save you major repair costs down the road. Check walkways for cracks “Before the grass is covered with snow, or it’s too cold to venture outside, check walkways for cracks and loose paver material,” says  Ryan Williams , general manager of 128 Plumbing, Heating, Cooling & Electric. “Fix walkway and entryway areas before slippery weather can cause a tripping or falling accident.” DIY:   Small cracks can be fixed  with simple epoxy and shou
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September Recipe: Beer Cheese Soup

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As we are putting festivals and events on our calendars for next month, you might want to find an Octoberfest celebration.  There are two things that you’ll find at any Oktoberfest celebration—beer and cheese.  And what could be better than combining the two into a deliciously creamy and heartwarming soup?  

Serves 6–8

Ingredients

Instructions:

  1. In a large pot, fry the bacon until crispy. When fully cooked, remove the bacon and leave the grease.Bier Cheese Soup Step 1
  2. Add in the onion, garlic, and carrot, and cook for about 10 minutes. Add the flour and stir constantly, until just brown. Slowly whisk in the heavy cream.Bier Cheese Soup Step 1
  3. Once combined, add the beer and mustard, and stir until the bubbles die down slightly.Bier Cheese Soup Step 1
  4. Remove the pot from the heat, add in the bacon, cheese, and salt and pepper, to taste. Stir until thoroughly combined, and serve immediately.Bier Cheese Soup Step 1


 

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