Fabric garment bags, which allow air to circulate, will keep stored clothing dust-free. Tablecloths should be rolled around cardboard tubes rather than folded so the fabric will not weaken along the creases. Check safety equipment. Test smoke detectors, replacing any batteries older than 6 months. Check batteries in carbon-monoxide detectors and flashlights.
Inspect pressure gauges on fire extinguishers.
Send lawn mower and leaf blower out for annual service. Remove fallen branches, stones and other debris from the yard. Tree limbs that overhang buildings should be trimmed, cut or secured by cables. Remove mulch from beds planted with bulbs. Check fences, steps and pathways for disrepair.