Home Project To-Do List for August

August is here! Sure, summer isn't officially over, but there's no denying that it's coming to an end. For some, that brings sadness, while others can't contain their excitement for fall. No matter which camp you find yourself in, we've got the best projects to complete in August to set yourself up for success as the temperatures change.

Summer may not be over yet, but it's certainly approaching its end. To make sure your HVAC system doesn't meet the same fate, take time to service your AC unit in August. After all, it kept you cool all summer long — shouldn't you show it some love, too? Find out how to service your HVAC system with our guide below.

Months of mowing, hard summer rains and humid weather may have your siding and sidewalk looking a little grimier than they did at the beginning of summer. No worries, pressure washing your siding and walkways will bring their beauty back in no time at all. Discover how to safely pressure wash almost anything below.

Asphalt driveways can last for decades, but only if you maintain them. Repairing and resealing your driveway regularly will set it up to withstand the harsh freeze and thaw cycles of winter, plus the scorching sun of summer once it comes back around next year. We've outlined all the steps for resealing your asphalt driveway below.

As the summer gardening and landscaping projects come to an end, give your tools some much-needed love before storing them away in the tool shed. Here's how to clean and sharpen your summer tools before storing them.

What good is a smoke and carbon monoxide detector if it's not in working condition when an emergency strikes? To ensure you and your family are protected, test each of your smoke and carbon monoxide detectors and replace batteries if necessary. Learn more about carbon monoxide detectors with our guide below.

If you're anything like us, your garage quickly becomes a drop zone during the summer, with pool supplies, sports gear and other summer staples taking up valuable space. Before fall rolls around, declutter your garage, putting everything in its rightful place with our helpful tips below.

Whether you use your tool shed strictly for storage or as a spot to knock out gardening projects, odds are the summer months have left it cluttered and chaotic. Before you put the summer tools away for good, take a few minutes to organize everything, so you know where every tool is come springtime. No tool shed? Shop our favorite options below.

The second the scorching summer heat drops even a fraction of a degree, fall is all we can think about. If you can relate, don't be ashamed. It's never too early to give your home a fall makeover, and we've got 85 ways to decorate for fall that you're sure to love.

Don't forget your front porch! Front porches are practically made for fall decor. From pumpkins to mums to straw bales and baskets, there's nothing like giving your porch a fall makeover. Ready to get started? Check out our favorite fall front porch decorating ideas below.

As the cooler temps set in, it's time to get cozy. This includes your lighting, by the way. Cozy lighting can transform your interior with the simple addition or swap of a fixture. Cozy up your living room with our cozy living room lighting ideas below.

Ahead of the holidays, give your guest room a refresh to ensure your guests feel rested, relaxed and right at home. Click below to uncover 15 ways to turn your guest bedroom into a relaxing retreat.

You'll almost certainly be spending more time indoors as the seasons change, so shouldn't you make your home's interior a place you love? An accent wall is a quick, easy way to transform your space, and we've got 20 of our favorite accent wall ideas below.

Gallery walls have been on trend for years, but the individual components make their way in and out of style. If your gallery wall is looking dated or uninspired, it's time to give it an overhaul. We've listed 21 gallery wall ideas below to get you started.

Seriously, is there any negative to adding an indoor plant (or 10!)? It makes your home feel cleaner, purifies the air and brings life to cold rooms, all while making your space more beautiful than ever before. Get growing with our top plant decorating ideas below.

You know what your home's missing? A reading nook. We're talking about a cozy spot to curl up with a good book surrounded by objects, art and belongings that bring you joy. Ready to carve out your perfect reading nook? Click below for over 30 cozy reading nook design ideas.

Switching to heavier curtains will help you sleep like a baby, blocking out light pollution. Plus, as the colder months arrive, heavier curtains will help hold heat in your home, making it more comfortable and lowering your heating bill. Learn what makes the best blackout curtains with our guide below.

Sure, summer may be coming to an end, but that doesn't mean your garden has to. Cool-season vegetables like broccoli, Swiss chard, onions, kale, purple cabbage and red lettuce have been waiting for this weather to thrive. Click below to discover which fall veggies should be planted in late summer.

Is it just us, or do your shrubs and trees seem to multiply in size over the summer, leaving you with an overgrown mess come autumn? Now that they're slowing down, give them one final trim before it gets too cold. Click below to learn the best way to prune shrubs.

Give your garden beds one last sprucing up before bidding summer adieu by spreading an even layer of mulch. Below, we've explained the right way to spread mulch, so you can ensure your plants stay healthy all winter.

While some regions can enjoy patio furniture well into the fall months, the end of summer signals the end of patio season for much of the country. If that's you, it's time to clean up your patio furniture and move it to storage, so it's ready to go once the warmer temps come back around. Check out our outdoor furniture cleaning tips below.