Spring isn’t quite here yet but with the unseasonably warm weather and beautiful days we have across the country, it’s the perfect time to prep your home. You may not need to do everything on this list, but you probably need maintenance in at least a few of these areas.
- Inspect your roof for leaks, missing or broken shingles or tiles.
- Clean out your gutters and downspouts, find and repair any weaknesses, and make sure they are draining properly.
- Touch up any areas that need painting.
- Caulk and exterior leaks and cracks
- Remove storm windows and doors, but make sure to label them before you store them.
- Chack all doors and locks to make sure they function properly.
- Inspect window and door screens, replace screens that cannot be repaired, clean the ones that can be kept. Repair and repaint and loose or broken frames. Tighten and lubricate hinges and latches.
- Clean up your yard, clear leaves and weeds, trim overgrown bushes. Now is the perfect time to start your landscaping projects
- Organize your garage.
- Inspect, clean, and repair outdoor furniture, decks, patios, stairs, and railings.
- Warm weather means bugs come out of hibernation – check for termite and insect infestation and call the exterminator if need be.
- Open your windows and let in some fresh air.
- Have your foundation checked for cracks.
- Check any antennas or satelite dishes to make sure they are properly supported.
- Check for leaks in your sprinkler system.
- If you have a well, have the water tested for safety.
- Have your HVAC system maintained so it is ready for the cooling season. Your Certified AC Doctor Contractor can perform this maintenance for you.
- Your hot water heater also needs seasonal maintenance – the circulating pump and motor need to be lubricated. Call a professional to perform this maintenance.
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