With summer rolling in, now is a perfect time to prepare your home for outdoor enjoyment. Projects that may not have been possible during the winter or were delayed during spring can now be placed on the front burner.
Not sure where to start? Here are some top tips to kick start your summer “to do” list!
Balconies, porches, and patios often need repairs or repainting in summer. Handout/TNS
- Drainage. After a battling winter and rainy spring, now is a good time to repair, replace or install proper drainage.
- Power washing. From sidewalks to siding, take time to refresh the exterior of your home.
- Roof repair. While many opt to do roof maintenance work in the fall, companies are often booked. It is always a good time to make sure your roof is well-maintained.
- Pool cleaning and maintenance. Once you open your pool, be sure to check for safety, from ladders and railings to gates and alarms.
- Porches and patios. Now that the weather is getting warmer, this is a great time to be able to enjoy your outdoor environment while also making sure patios, porches and balconies are structurally sound and well-maintained.
- House repainting. After a winter beating, your house may be worse for the wear. Summer is the ideal time to take on an exterior painting project.
- Lawn maintenance. Landscape that has gone dormant during colder months is now back in full bloom. Summer is time to trim and mulch.
Landscape that was dormant during winter is ready to be trimmed and maintained. Handout/TNS
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