San Rafael Fall Home Maintenance Calendar: September Through November
Fall in San Rafael is an important transition period for property maintenance. September may still feel dry and warm, but conditions can change significantly as October and November approach. Roofs, gutters, drainage systems, exterior surfaces, and landscaping all need attention before the wetter part of the year arrives. That preparation matters even more in 2026. Marin County officials are advising residents and businesses to prepare for potentially wetter winter weather associated with anticipated El Niño conditions. Current county guidance notes that a strong to potentially historic El Niño is forecast for the 2026–2027 winter, with elevated risks from late fall through early spring. Possible impacts include heavy rain, strong winds , flooding, power outages, downed trees, and landslides. For San Rafael homeowners and commercial property owners, fall maintenance should therefore be more than a cosmetic cleanup. It is an opportunity to...