Summer is synonymous with grilling
, lounging by the pool in the sun and enjoying more time outside. But your patio, deck and backyard are also taking a beating from storms, pollen and time spent outdoors entertaining. Ahead of fall, your outdoor spaces could probably use a reset as much as the inside of your home, and tackling it now means one less thing to worry about once the leaves start piling up and temperatures drop.Whether you're pressure washing months of grime off the driveway, clearing out the gutters or getting your patio furniture ready to store for winter, having the right tools can make the dreaded fall cleanup a whole lot easier.
To help you with the search for these items, today, Thursday, Aug. 20, marks Day 20 of our month-long
shopping event, and USA TODAY’s Fall Reset has you covered with the 15 best outdoor cleaning and maintenance essentials, including pressure washers, cleaners and yard maintenance products. Be sure to shop these items below to help get your home's exterior ready for the season ahead.
Shop these 15 best outdoor cleaning, pressure washing and yard maintenance products
Ryobi 1800 PSI 1.2 GPM Cold Water Corded Electric Pressure Washer
Get ahead of fall cleanup with this compact Ryobi pressure washer—I personally own this model and love it for blasting away built-up dirt and grime from driveways, patios, outdoor furniture and more before colder weather arrives.
Shop now at The Home Depot
Ryobi 12 in. 2,300 PSI Electric Pressure Washers Surface Cleaner
Make quick work of dirty driveways, sidewalks and patios with this Ryobi surface cleaner, which attaches to compatible electric pressure washers for faster, more even cleaning across large outdoor surfaces.
Shop now at The Home Depot
30 Seconds 2.5-gallon Mold and Mildew Stain Remover Concentrated Outdoor Cleaner
Tackle stubborn mold, mildew and algae stains before fall with this concentrated outdoor cleaner—a Lowe’s bestseller purchased by more than 1,000 shoppers in the past week.
Shop now at Lowe's
Zep Concentrated House & Siding Pressure Wash Cleaner
Wash away dirt and grime before fall weather sets in with this concentrated Zep cleaner, made for pressure washing siding and other exterior surfaces around your home.
Shop now at Walmart
Zep Driveway, Masonry and Concrete Cleaner and Degreaser
Tackle the grime summer left behind with this heavy-duty Zep cleaner, formulated to cut through grease, oil and dirt on driveways, concrete, brick and other masonry surfaces.
Shop now at Walmart
24-Foot Telescoping Pressure Washer Bundle
Reach gutters, siding and other high-up areas during your fall cleanup with this 24-foot telescoping pressure washer wand, complete with a gutter attachment and support belt for tackling hard-to-reach spots from the ground.
Shop now at Amazon
Electric Cordless Leaf Blower
Get ahead of fall leaf cleanup with this powerful cordless blower, featuring three speed modes, two rechargeable batteries and an adjustable shoulder strap for clearing leaves and debris from lawns, patios and driveways.
Shop now at Amazon
Libman 24-Inch Heavy-Duty Squeegee Push Broom
Sweep away leaves, dirt and debris or push standing water off patios and driveways with this heavy-duty Libman push broom, featuring a built-in squeegee for tackling multiple fall cleanup jobs.
Shop now at The Home Depot
Eyliden Scrub Brush with Squeegee
Scrub away built-up dirt and grime from decks, patios and other outdoor surfaces with this long-handled brush, featuring stiff bristles and a built-in squeegee to help finish the job.
Shop now at Amazon
Turbo Jet High Spray Hose Nozzle Attachments
Give your garden hose a boost for fall cleanup with this high-pressure spray attachment, ideal for rinsing dirt and debris from patios, driveways, siding, outdoor furniture and other surfaces.
Shop now at The Home Depot
30 Seconds Ready to Use Outdoor Window and Screen Cleaner
Wash away summer dust, pollen and grime before fall with this ready-to-use cleaner that attaches directly to your garden hose for an easy way to refresh outdoor windows and screens.
Shop now at Lowe's
AL-New 2 Step Clean and Protect Kit
Give patio furniture and other outdoor surfaces a refresh before fall with this two-step kit designed to clean away built-up grime, restore their appearance and add a protective finish.
Shop now at The Home Depot
55-Gallon Contractor Garbage Bags
Tackle big fall cleanup projects with these heavy-duty 2-mil contractor bags, sized for hauling away leaves, branches, weeds and other outdoor debris.
Shop now at Amazon
Suncast Deck Box
Featuring a 200-gallon capacity and a soft-close, lockable lid, this easy-to-assemble Suncast deck box provides sleek, low-maintenance storage for all your patio essentials.
Shop now at Ace Hardware
Schwer Cut Resistant Work Gloves
Protect your hands during fall yardwork and outdoor cleanup with these lightweight, cut-resistant work gloves, designed for a flexible fit without the bulk of traditional work gloves.
Shop now at Amazon
What outdoor maintenance should I do before winter?
Before colder weather arrives, focus on the outdoor chores that become harder once temperatures drop. Clear leaves and debris from gutters, clean patios and walkways, wash away dirt and mildew from siding, decks and driveways and clean or cover outdoor furniture. It's also a good time to organize outdoor tools and supplies so you're not tackling those projects once winter weather hits.
What should be on a fall outdoor cleaning checklist?
Your fall outdoor cleaning checklist should cover the areas that took the biggest beating over the summer. Start with pressure washing dirty patios, driveways and walkways, then clean siding, clear gutters, sweep up leaves and debris and give outdoor furniture (and grills) a good scrub before storing or covering for the season.
What is USA TODAY's Fall Reset?
USA TODAY's Fall Reset is a month-long shopping event in August to help shoppers prepare for the busy fall season before prices increase and popular products sell out. The event highlights the best deals and must-have seasonal items across categories including school supplies, dorm essentials, TVs, mattresses, home upgrades, fall fashion and football gear.
Throughout August, the USA TODAY Shopping team curates product recommendations, discounts and seasonal essentials to help shoppers save money and get ahead of common fall expenses before Labor Day sales begin.
Shop USA TODAY Shopping's Fall Reset by week
- Week 1:Back-to-school and dorm shopping
- Week 2:Fall vibes, home, family and seasonal prep
- Week 3:Home improvement, outdoor and yard prep
- Week 4:Football, entertainment and Labor Day shopping
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This article originally appeared on USA TODAY: Refresh your home for fall using these 15 yard and patio essentials
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