Summer is wrapping up and fall will be here before we know it. Here is a short list of a few maintenance tasks that you may want to complete yet this summer.
1. Clean and seal your deck – Summer is a great time to give your deck a fresh coat.
2. Power wash – Anything that you need to power wash, now is a great time to do it. Siding, decks, and driveways will all benefit from a good power wash this summer. It’ll dry quickly and there is no risk of overnight freezing.
3. Paint your shutters – Giving your shutters a little face-lift can help the overall appearance of your home. Painting your shutters is an inexpensive and easy task that you can complete this summer.
4. Schedule a chimney inspection and cleaning– This might seem like a weird task to complete in the summer. However, if you have it done early, it’ll give you time to make any repairs that you may need done so that it is ready for use when the cold hits. Additionally, it may be cheaper to service it now when demand is lower.
5. Have a furnace inspection completed – The same concept applies to getting your furnace in order. Don’t wait until you need it to have it serviced. Instead, consider having your furnace inspected now so it is in good working order when it gets cold!
6. Clean your grill – Although you should scrub off food residue after each use, summer is a great time to give your grill a deep cleaning.
7. Clean the gutters – Keeping the gutters clean seasonally can help make the task quicker and easier. Give the gutters a good clean out this summer so that when the leaves start falling there won’t be any build up.
8. Replace weather stripping on doors- Replacing weather stripping will help keep the warm air in during the cold months. It is best to do this task before it’s cold though since it requires the door to be open.