Summertime offers a blend of good and bad. The good thing is that you get to enjoy the warm weather and plan loads of exciting outdoor activities. On the other hand, the summer heat can significantly affect your home. The combination of heat and humidity can cause excess moisture that can deteriorate your roofing, create mold, and cause paint flaking, among other problems. So, while you continue to enjoy the summer sun, be sure that your home is well protected. Maintenance tips will keep your home in great condition throughout the summer.
Clean your HVAC system
You want to ensure that your home circulates clean cold air during the summer. Therefore, you must ensure your HVAC system is clean. Check that the coils are clean, the fan is functioning well, and the wiring. The excess heat from this summer may mean using your HVAC regularly and longer. This can hasten the wear and tear process of essential parts of the system and cause damage. So, you should also check if you need to replace various parts. Fortunately, you can conveniently and easily find these aftermarket HVAC parts at affordable prices online. Although you can do it yourself, it is advisable to hire a professional service to avoid expensive mistakes.
Have your roof inspected
When was the last time you checked your roof for signs of damage? Although your roof may look great from below, factors such as age can be telling signs that it's time to conduct an inspection. If you don't know how to go about conducting a roof inspection, you can contact roof experts to have it inspected. The reason is that UV rays, high temperature, thermal shock, and high humidity can weaken your roof and even cause it to lose flexibility.
Wash your windows and check the seals
As mentioned earlier, your HVAC system is overworked during summer, but you can ease the workload by checking the seals around your windows and doors. Faulty or worn-out seals can cause cool air to seep out from your home, leading to energy waste and an overworked AC. If you notice any damaged or weak seals, you need to replace them asap. Next, take the time to wash your windows and replace faulty window screens to let in natural light and keep out stubborn bugs.
Clean your gutters and downspouts
Since summer storms can deposit debris in your gutters, you must clean them thoroughly. Built-up debris can make it difficult for your gutters to direct moisture away from your home, which means your home will become vulnerable to molds, flooding, and mildew. Take the time to remove leaves and dirt from your downspouts and along the length of your gutter lines.
Wash your driveways and sidewalks
Take the time to inspect and clean your sidewalks, patio, deck, and driveway. Check to see if there are any cracks and the growth of weeds in these areas, then power clean pressure water to get rid of any dirt, grime, or mold built up over the season.
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