First Day of Summer: Home Maintenance Checklist
Today is the first day of summer! And boy does it feel like it as I sit here in my very humid NJ office. Like most people, when I think of summer, I think of swimming, picnics, the 4th of July--and this year, I'm looking forward to a special weekend trip to visit my sister's family. Chores are certainly the farthest thing from my mind (but hey, you saw the title of today's post--you knew I'd have to mention them at some point!) Don't worry--with this list below, you'll have everything organized and plenty of time left over for BBQs, pool parties and lots of relaxing too--I promise!
So here is the U.S. Inspect Summer Home Maintnenace Checklist. Remember, planning a maintenance schedule is a great way to take care of your house now, while helping to reduce the need for major repairs down the road.
A Home Care Checklist for the Summer Months
- Exterior Walls: Cut back and trim shrubbery touching exterior walls.
- Roof: Cut back tree limbs touching or near roof surface.
- Drainage & Grading: Check for storm damage and during a rain storm—when you are safely able—determine if proper downspout and grading drainage is occurring.
- Electrical: Check visible wiring and cables for wear and damage.
- Roof: Check satellite dish/antenna supports for tightness to reduce a possible source of leakage.
- Heating & Cooling: Clean around cooling equipment, removing leaves, overgrown shrubbery and debris. Be sure the power is off.
- Pests: Check for pests such as rodents, bees, or ants, and treat as necessary.
- Plumbing: Test well water potability annually.
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The Complete Seasonal Home Maintenance Series
Spring Home Maintenance Checklist
Summer Home Maintenance Checklist
Fall Home Maintenance Checklist
Winter Home Maintenance Checklist
