Six Summer Home Maintenance Tips You Shouldn't Miss

We have all enjoyed the comfortable transitional stage between winter and summer. Now, it is time we get prepared for the scorching, burning, mind-altering heat waves of summer. The Sun, one of the hottest things in the Solar System, in fact, in the same league as Katrina Kaif in her prime, hits us with its heat waves during this season. Get yourselves ready to endure it, especially at your home. Watering your plants more often and feeding your pets a little more water won't cut it, here are some tips for you to keep your home well-equipped for summertime.

Useful Summer Home Maintenance Tips

There are some things you need to maintain in your home during summer to endure the constant exposure to sun rays. Checking if all your appliances, furniture, and structural elements in your home are in good condition (preferably during a cloudy day) will make your living more comfortable. Let's get right into it!

1) Tune your Air Conditioning:

A hot and humid household deserves a cool and breezy air conditioner. But, how often do you get it checked? Testing your air conditioner if it is working up to its full potential is crucial to survive the summer heat. Checking your refrigerant levels will ensure that your air conditioner is running well and also save a lot from your electricity bill. You obviously cannot survive summer with an empty wallet, unless you are as wealthy as Katrina Kaif.

If your air conditioner stops working, it is better to fix it with an AC technician before summer, than after. They tend to be more short-tempered while trying to find your house in the scorching heat.

2) Inspect your Roof:

Right after winter is the perfect time to do your annual inspection of your roof for any cracks or damage that might cause leaks. Your roof must also be cleaned regularly to ensure no water damage or debris could fall on you while sleeping. The chances are pretty low but it has happened before, be careful. The last thing you want is to sleep beside a tree branch (or under it if you are unlucky).

3) Clean your Gutters:

Cleaning the roof would also keep your gutters from being clogged. Dry leaves, sticks, twigs, or dead birds could cause blockage and also possibly indicate that your house is haunted depending on the amount of dead birds you find. Call a pastor immediately.

It could be a tricky task to clean the gutters by yourself if you have a slanted roof. There are various tools you can get from the hardware store or hire a professional to do so twice a year; once after the fall season and once during the beginning of Summer.

4) Inspect your Windows:

To ensure that the heat stays outside, you need to check your windows for any gaps or damage that would make temperature regulation a pain. One important tip is to check if the sealants are all in place inside and outside. You can purchase caulk from your nearest hardware store and fix any small gaps, it is as simple as that. Replace cracked glass or any damaged parts, too.

Not only that, but your air conditioner will not provide maximum cooling if there are any gaps in your windows, hence increasing your costs on energy consumption. You might want to opt to replace your windows with energy-saving windows if you have the budget. Keep them closed at all times during the day, except of course if Kat is passing by your house.

5) Pressure Washing your Exteriors:

Home maintenance is not always about the interiors, but how it is presented from the outside too. Especially if you have a lot of guests coming over to enjoy your well-maintained and cool home. Pressure washing the exterior walls with a high-pressure nozzle will remove any dirt, dust, and mold growth making your home ready to even do a paintover.

You just need to remember to cover up all the electrical systems, windows, doors, and plants to prevent any accidental damage. Your aim to efficiently pressure wash your home will be achieved if you have a good aim with the nozzle.

6) Maintain your Swimming Pool:

It is finally time you can use your swimming pool after looking at it from your bedroom window every night during winter. Nothing is better than taking a dip on a hot day. Check if your pool pumps and filters are fully operational. Mix your chemicals in the right proportions, clean the pool, and level the water. Typically, you would want to start this process around a week before you start using your pool to protect your skin and clothes from the harsh chemicals.

Conclusion

We hope that this blog has helped you with what you need to do to prepare your home for summer except for the over-mentioning of Katrina Kaif. Your home during summer must be heat-proof and gap-free to control the temperature as you like. To do so, you will need a perfectly functioning air conditioner and a pool for you to calm down from all the stress you accumulate on your way to the store and back (it does get really hot sometimes, doesn't it?). Happy summer to you... and to Katrina if you are reading this.