Spring Home Maintenance Checklist For You
Spring home maintenance checklist to do right now! Of course, April is the perfect month to get your home ready for the warmer weather. Therefore, as the days get longer we can freshen up our homes inside and out.
Have a Firm Foundation
First, check out your foundation. All you have to do is a take a walk around your house. Here, you want to look for any cracks in the masonry or loose stucco.
Go Up Top
Second, have a professional walk your roof. After all, you don’t want to climb up that ladder. Hence, a professional can look for cracked or slipped tiles. Also, if you have a flat roof, as many of us do over our patios. He or she can look for cracks or bubbling in the foam roof. Likewise, this is a good time to clean off any leaves and debris.
Get in the Gutter
Third, if your home has gutters it is a good time to have someone clean your gutters and downspouts. Notwithstanding, clogs in gutters and downspouts can cause eaves to rot. Similarly, this can invite a new set of problems like wood rot or insect infestation. Moreover, your gutters and downspouts, if properly taken care of, will divert water away from home and foundation.
Termites?
Fourth, Spring is a great time to check for signs of termites. Here, you will want to look for termite tubes and wood rot. Therefore, subterranean termites will nest in soil and will move to a wood source close to the ground. Not to mention, these termites will forage in tubes made up of soil, waste and wood chips.
Make those Windows Shine
Fifth, spring clean your windows inside and out. After all, who doesn’t like a clean window. Here, you can use a window cleaning solution with a squeegee or soft cloth. In fact, this is a great time to hose off your sun screens as well.
Get Rid of It
Sixth, de-clutter. Truly, you can make more room in your home by getting rid of stuff. Think, kitchen cabinets and closets. If you are not using it, no need to keep it. Of course, this is the perfect time to contact a charity organization that can use your items. Best of all, getting rid of clutter helps to make you fell more organized.
Give Your HVAC a Check Up
Seventh, and very important. Especially, here in Sun Lakes, AZ where the summer temps are consistently hot. So, have your HVAC tuned up before the arrival of the super warm weather. In this case, hire a professional for the inspection and maintenance. Certainly, maintaining your HVAC system throughout the year can save you form unexpected costly repairs.
Don’t be a Drip, Check Your Watering System
Eighth, Now is a good time to make sure your drip system is operating properly. For instance, run your system through all zones and walk your property to inspect your system. Check for leaks and broken or damaged heads.
Spruce Up Your Garage
Last but not least, take an afternoon to get your garage in order. In particular, stow boxes on shelves, hang up sports equipment and clean and de- clutter.
Consequently, if all of this seems a bit overwhelming, the Kolb Team has a list of preferred vendors that can make your Spring home maintenance a snap! Email us at info@thekolbteam.com or contact us here and we will be happy to send you our Preferred Vendor list.
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