Spring has arrived!   Here is a handy checklist to make your spring home repair survey easier.

 

ROOF - Inspect roof surface flashing, eaves, and soffits.  Contact a roofing professional for expert advice.

 

GUTTERS & DOWNSPOUTS - Clean out, inspect and repair weaknesses; check for proper drainage.

 

SIDING & TRIM – Inspect and clean siding.  Look for paint that is lifting or peeling, split and cracked wood is an indication of water penetration and may require replacement.

 

EXTERIOR CAULKING – Inspect caulking and replace if deteriorating, cracked or missing.

 

WINDOW AND DOOR SCREENS – Clean screening and repair or replace, tighten or repair any loose or damaged frames and repaint; replace broken, worn, or missing hardware; tighten and lubricate door hinges and closers.

 

DRAIN WASTE AND VENT SYSTEM – Flush out system.  Have Septic system pumped and inspected.

 

HOT WATER HEATING SYSTEM – Lubricate circulating pump and motor.  Drain hot water tank to remove sediment and improve efficiency of water heating unit.

 

AIR CONDITIONER – Clean around unit outside, remove any debris that might impede airflow.  Have a professional HVAC contractor perform a “tune up” before the cooling season begins.

 

FOUNDATION – Check foundation walls, floors, concrete, and masonry for cracking, heaving, or deterioration.  Check exterior for proper drainage.  Soil around the foundation should slope away from the home.

 

DECK AND PORCHES – Check all decks, patios, porches, stairs, and railings for loose members and deterioration.  Have the deck power washed and sealed before the summer sun season arrives.  Replace rotted or worn deck boards.

 

LANDSCAPE – Cut back and trim all vegetation and overgrown bushes from structures.

 

ANTENNA – Check antenna and satellite dish supports.

 

SPRINKLER – Check lawn sprinkler system for leaky valves and exposed lines.  Inspect hoses for leaks at couplers.

 

LAWNMOWER – Have a professional replace the oil and tune up the lawnmower.

 

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10 Comments on Spring Check List

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18
2009
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What great points and good tips to get the home ready for the Spring season. Thanks for providing helpful and useful information.

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Great post. You know we all are going to steel this. Thanks.

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Kristin.. This is a great check list.  At the same time I was getting depressed realizing all the things I need to do.  Why doesn't this check list ever decrease?  :)

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Kristin, great list!  You probably put some things on here people would not think of. 

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2009
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Valerie, thanks!!  I know it is a bit overwhelming, but it makes sense, right?  A little at a time, he hee!

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Hey, Kristin. Great advice. I actually need to give my mower a tune up. Thanks, Jim

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