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    • Apr 11, 2023
    • 4 min read

30 HOME UPKEEP IDEAS TO PREPARE YOUR HOUSE FOR THE SEASON





Well, summer has here. The sun is scorching, the rain is pelting, and the temperatures are climbing. It's crucial that you take the time to maintain your house this summer and get it ready for any potential excessive heat. Check out our comprehensive collection of summertime home maintenance advice to learn how to take good care of your house.


INDOOR SUMMER HOME MAINTENANCE:


1. TEST THE SMOKE AND CARBON MONOXIDE DETECTOR IN YOUR HOME

  • If necessary, change the batteries.


2. PREPARE YOUR COOLING SYSTEM

  • Think about having your cooling system serviced. Maintaining your air conditioner properly can increase its lifespan and reduce the risk of fires starting inside the unit. As you don't want to be without air conditioning throughout the summer, this one is very crucial for home maintenance.


3. MAKE SURE THE CEILING FAN IS BALANCED AND OPERATING CORRECTLY AND THAT THE BLADES ARE CLEAN

  • To simply dust away, attach a drier sheet to a paint roller.


4. CLEAN YOUR CHIMNEY

  • Although you might not use your fireplace until the fall or winter, now is the ideal time to contact a chimney cleaning service. The workload will decrease!


5. HAVE YOUR SHOWERHEADS CLEANED OR REPLACED


6. CLEAR THE TAP TRAPS AND BATHROOM DRAINS


7. CHANGE THE CEILING FAN ORIENTATION

  • If your fans spin anticlockwise, it'll push the air straight down and keep your home nice and cool. To confirm that your fans are rotating anticlockwise, turn off the fan, wait for it to stop, locate the direction switch, and then proceed.


8. KEEP YOUR HOME BASEBOARDS CLEAN

  • Wipe away all the dirt and dust using a moist cloth.


9. INSPECT YOUR BASEMENT AND ATTIC

  • Look for evidence of moisture, mildew, leaks, roof gaps, and vermin in your attic.

  • Look for leaks, vermin, mold, and mildew in the basement.


10. YOUR BATHROOM FAN VENT SHOULD BE CLEANED


11. CLEAN THE EXHAUST DUCT AND DRYER VENT

  • Clear out all of the dust and lint stuck in the vent and exhaust duct. If your washer and dryer need cleaning or service, call a professional. If dryers aren't cleaned and maintained, they may pose a fire risk.


12. CHANGE THE FILTER IN THE AIR CONDITIONER


OUTDOOR SUMMER HOME MAINTENANCE:


13. PREPARE YOUR BBQ FOR SUMMERTIME GRILLING BY CLEANING IT

  • Grills made of charcoal should be emptied and cleaned of any dust or debris. Both the exterior and interior of the grill can be cleaned with hot water, dish soap, and a scrub brush or sponge. Before using your grill again, make sure it has had time to dry.


  • Gas grills: Cover the lid, set the heat up high, and let the grill cook for around half an hour. Cool the grill. Clean the grill with a grill brush. Use a sponge and cleaning solution to clean the exterior. After that, empty each drip tray.


14. CLEAN YOUR PORCH

  • The porch needs to be thoroughly swept before being cleaned. Use soap and water to clean away any ingrained grime.


15. CHECK YOUR CARDS CAREFULLY

  • See if there are any boards on your deck that appear to be deteriorating. Have them swapped out.

  • All loose nails should be hammered.

  • Pouring some water on your deck will also reveal whether it needs to be resealed. You're good if the water condenses into little pools. You should get your deck resealed against water if it dips into the wood.


16. CLEAN YOUR WINDOWS

  • Just why not? Window cleaning is excellent. Clean those windows with soap and warm water.


17. CLEAN OR REPLACE THE WINDOW SCREEN

  • Wash your window screens gently with a brush and hot, soapy water.


18. SPREAD SOME MULCH

  • If you have plants, the additional mulch will aid in weed control and aid in soil moisture retention throughout the sweltering summer months.


19. LOOK FOR LEAKS OUTSIDE

  • Examine all outdoor faucets to look for leaks. Check your hose after that. If your hose has even a small hole in it, you could waste a lot of water. If your horse develops any little holes, patch them up with electrical tape.


20. INSPECT YOUR OUTSIDE PLAYTHING

  • Verify that everything is still secure. If anything is broken or potentially dangerous, fix it or replace it, and check to see if the structure is still solid and robust.


21. PREVENT UNINVITED VISITORS FROM ENTERING YOUR HOME

  • Any holes that are wider than a quarter-inch should be sealed.

  • Have your tree branches trimmed back so they don't create a motorway for squirrels - a squirrel way if you will - to your attic.

  • The branch distance from your roof should be at least 8 feet.

  • To stop bugs from using your outdoor garbage cans as a buffet, make sure they are firmly secured.

  • Get rid of the garden waste. Animals that might want to enter your home will find refuge in leaves and twigs.

  • Mow your grass frequently to take care of it.

22. CLEAR THE DRAIN AND GUTTERS

  • If there are many trees near your property, you should clean the gutters at least twice a year.


23. EXAMINE THE CAULKING AROUND YOUR HOME WINDOWS AND DOORS

  • By putting new caulking on your windows and doors, you can keep bugs and ants out of the kitchen.


24. THINK ABOUT PRESSURE WASHING YOUR DRIVEWAY AND WALKWAY


25. FILL IN ANY HOLES AND CRACKS IN YOUR FIRST STEP AND DRIVEWAY


26. TRIM BUSHES AND PLANTS

  • Pay close attention to the space around the air conditioning unit.


27. RETOUCH THE EXTERIOR PAINT OF YOUR HOUSE


28. VERIFY THE FENCE

  • Get it fixed, repainted, or resealed as necessary.


29. TAKE A LOOK AT YOUR HOME OUTSIDE

  • Look for rotting, discolored, or saggy siding.


30. TAKE INTO ACCOUNT HAVING YOUR ROOF INSPECTED

  • Your roof needs to be properly maintained if you want it to endure as long as possible.


SUMMING UP

These are our summer house maintenance advice, so there you have it. The thirty suggestions listed above will assist you in maintaining and cleaning your home during summer. Take care of your home over the summer if you have the time. Even your house insurance premiums might be reduced with preventive maintenance.


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