As summer comes to a close, it's a good time to perform some essential home maintenance tasks to prepare your property for the fall and winter months. Here are some end-of-summer home maintenance tasks you should add to your to-do list.
Inspect Your Roof and Gutters
Inspecting your roof and gutters is essential to do at the end of each season. Check for loose, damaged, or missing shingles. Clean out gutters and downspouts to remove debris, ensuring proper drainage. Look for signs of leaks or water damage in the attic or ceilings. If you find evidence of damage, be sure to have a contractor come out and repair it promptly.
Service Your HVAC System
Next, you’ll want to schedule a professional HVAC inspection and tune-up to ensure your heating system is ready for winter. Change or clean the air filters in your HVAC system to improve indoor air quality and efficiency.
Check for Window and Door Drafts
Keep your home temperature and your energy bills under control by nipping drafts in the bud. Inspect windows and doors for spaces that allow for drafts. Replace or repair weatherstripping and caulking as needed to improve energy efficiency.
Clean Air Ducts and Vents
Your ducts and vents become quite caked up with lint over time. But it is easy to forget that since they live behind your walls. But don’t neglect this important chore. Consider having your air ducts and vents professionally cleaned to improve indoor air quality and heating system efficiency.
Test Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Detectors
Your home detectors work hard to keep you and your family safe. Don’t forget to keep them powered up and working! Replace batteries in smoke and carbon monoxide detectors and test them to ensure they are working correctly.
Inspect the Exterior
When you are touring your property inspecting your roof, be sure to also survey the rest of your home. Walk around your home and inspect the exterior for cracks in the foundation, siding, or brickwork. Repair any damage to prevent moisture infiltration.
Taking the time to complete these end-of-summer home maintenance tasks can help you safeguard your property, reduce energy costs, and ensure a more comfortable and efficient living environment as the seasons change. Regular maintenance can go a long way in keeping your home in good condition. If you know these things need to be done but simply do not have the time or energy to do them, let Strouse Home Inspections help you with our routine home maintenance services.
By Strouse Home Inspections 8-22-2023
