Take a Bite Out of Your Summertime Home Maintenance

The summertime is a fantastic time to take advantage of being outdoors and run through an exterior home maintenance checklist and tackle some home repairs and improvements. Here’s a quick list of things that you should consider inspecting to see if the opportunity for household repairs and or improvements are warranted:

• Gutters and Downspouts: Have you checked for leaks or downspouts not moving water away from your home effectively?
• Roof: Check for missing or cracked shingles and get your roof repaired by an expert roofing contractor.
• Driveway: Check for cracks which can lead to bigger issues and get your driveway sealed correctly by a paving contractor.
• Dryer Vent: Check for blockage and any other debris. Also, make sure the dryer vent cover is in place and secure to prevent animals from setting up shop.
• Foundations: Check for cracks and water build up around your foundation.
• Trees: Check for branches that are close or leaning against wires and your home. Hire a professional tree trimming contractor.
• Outside Faucets: Check for leaks which could lead to structural issues and costly repairs.
• Chimney: Make sure chimney has a screen at the top to prevent birds and other animals from nesting inside your chimney.
• Sprinkler Heads: Check for broken, stuck or missing sprinkler heads.

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Have fun and enjoy the great summertime outdoors!