Preparing Your Home for Spring
After a long winter, spring brings renewal, and the perfect opportunity to give your home a fresh start. Warmer days make it easier to tackle maintenance tasks that keep your home safe, efficient, and looking its best. A few hours of upkeep now can prevent costly issues later and help your home shine for the season ahead.
Spring Home Maintenance Checklist
- Check for damage to your roof
- Check all the fascia and trim for deterioration
- Have a professional air conditioning contractor inspect and maintain your system as recommended by the manufacturer
- Check your water heater
- Replace all extension cords that have become brittle, worn, or damaged
- Check your fire extinguishers
- Clean the kitchen exhaust hood and air filter
- Review your fire escape plan with your family
- Repair all cracked, broken, or uneven driveways and walks to help provide a level walking surface
- Check the shutoff valve at each plumbing fixture to make sure they function
- Clean clothes dryer exhaust duct, damper, and space under the dryer
- Inspect and clean dust from the covers of your smoke and carbon monoxide alarms
Spring is the season for fresh starts, so why not give your home one too? A little care now will help you step into the warmer months with confidence and peace of mind.
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