With Spring fast approaching, it's also time for every home owner to get out and make sure that the house is in top shape after the harsh winter weather. Here's a list of tasks that will surely get you busy in the coming days and weeks.
- Check your basement for water damage: Water can seep in through foundation cracks and other exterior crevices. Check your basement for a musty smell, water stains and damp surfaces.
- Clean your range hood: If your range hood is doing its job, grease will build up. Now is the perfect time to pull out the filter and soak it in dishwashing detergent or even run it through the dishwasher.
- Check for signs of termites and other pests: Get outside and check your home for telltale signs of termites, which can cause serious damage to your infrastructure.
- Inspect and repair siding and peeling paint: Take a walk around the house to assess the entire exterior. Fix or replace damaged siding, or call in a professional if you can't handle it. Strip peeling paint and replace it with a new coat.
- Clean gutters and downspouts: Time to get up on a sturdy ladder and clean the gutter system that runs along the perimeter of your roof. Gutters are there to catch water runoff from the roof, but they also catch leaves and other debris that lead to clogs.
- Locate and fix roof damage: While you’re up near the roof, check for loose or buckling shingles and replace them. If you’re uncomfortable, hire an expert to climb up to get a better look.
- Check for window damage and replace caulking: Check windows from the outside to determine whether there’s any damage to the caulking, which seals out water, air and other elements. If any of it is loose or peeling, remove it and replenish with fresh caulk.
Comments(0)