If you do nothing else rake the leaves and get them away from the foundation of your house, shed, and around your car. Next try to clear leaves away from shrubs and plants that you like and hope will thrive.

Running the lawn mower over the rest of it to mulch as much as you can is a good idea.

The thing is, is that ticks and mice burrow under leaf litter, hibernate and multiply, so if you have pets or children this is something to consider. Get rid of leaf litter the best that you can. Priorities: Clear leaf litter away from the foundation of your house.