Back to School, Back to Comfort

A Home Readiness Guide from Choate’s

As the school year kicks off, routines shift, mornings get busier, and your home takes on a new level of activity. From rushed breakfasts to after-school homework zones, your home works hard this time of year. And just like your kids need to be ready for school, your home should be too.

At Choate’s Air Conditioning, Heating, Plumbing, and Electrical, we help Mid-South families stay on track by making sure their homes are safe, efficient, and comfortable. Before life gets too hectic, here’s a helpful checklist to make sure your house is ready for the season ahead.

Back to School Home Readiness Checklist

Start with the school-related essentials, then check off the rest to keep your home running smoothly this fall.

1. Set Up a Study Station With Good Lighting

A quiet, well-lit space can make homework feel less stressful. Add a desk lamp or check your ceiling lights to create a space where kids can stay focused.

study station setup with good lighting for kids

2. Prep Lunch Zones for Quick Mornings

School mornings can feel rushed. Organize your fridge and pantry, clear space for lunchboxes, and create a grab-and-go snack bin to make things easier.

3. Use a Shared Family Calendar

A visible calendar or shared app helps track assignments, sports practices, and reminders like changing air filters or booking service appointments.

4. Reset Bedtime Routines and Thermostat Schedules

Use a programmable thermostat to keep rooms comfortable at night and in the early morning. It helps kids sleep better and keeps energy costs in check.

family calendar with back to school events and service reminders

5. Take Care of Lingering Repairs

If something’s been bugging you all summer—like a leaky faucet or flickering light—this is the time to fix it. Once school is in full swing, time gets tight.

6. Replace Your HVAC Air Filters

Cleaner air helps reduce sniffles and allergy symptoms, especially when germs start circulating again. Changing your filters also helps your system run more efficiently.

7. Schedule a Seasonal HVAC Tune-Up

Your system worked hard through summer. A fall checkup helps prevent mid-season breakdowns and keeps your family comfortable when temperatures start to drop.

choate's technician repairing and maintenance hvac in memphis home — Choate’s technician working on HVAC tune up in Memphis home

8. Test Smoke Detectors and Swap Batteries

It’s an easy task that makes a big difference. Test all your smoke and carbon monoxide detectors and change the batteries while you’re thinking about it.

9. Clear Slow Drains and Fix Leaky Faucets

Back-to-back showers and full sinks are more common during the school year. Don’t let a slow drain or a drip waste time and water.

10. Protect Devices With Surge Protection

Kids are plugging in laptops, tablets, and chargers everywhere. Whole-home surge protection or updated GFCI outlets can help keep them and your home safe.

One Call for Everything Your Home Needs

The back-to-school season can be overwhelming, but your home shouldn’t add to the stress. Whether you need an HVAC tune-up, help with a leaky faucet, or want to make sure your electrical system is safe, Choate’s is here for it all.

We’ve been serving Memphis-area families for over 65 years, and we’re ready when you are.

Call 901-755-4797 or Book your back-to-school service at choateshvac.com