Summertime Fix Up

Summer is a great time to renovate and fix up your home or rental. Here is a great list provided by Rental Housing Alliance. Also, this is our slow month, making it the perfect to schedule your complimentary inspection: 

Outdoor Tasks: 

• Clean gutters and downspouts (ensure the downspouts are far enough to not dump water on or in your foundation
• Inspect roof and chimney for cracks and damage
• Wash the exterior of all windows and doors as well
• Install missing screens on windows and doors. Repair as needed
• Fertilize the Lawn
• Check decks and for loose boards, railings, and stairs
• Professionally service heating and cooling units
• Check foundation for cracks and insect damage

Indoor Tasks:

• Test all smoke/carbon monoxide detectors
• assess the need for blind repair, cleaning, or replacement
• repair or replace broken or missing kitchen cupboard hardware
• Check the attic for signs of moisture and water stains
• Check walls for condensation and mildew
• Ensure no rust on electric panel and circuit breakers are working
• Clean dryer vents
• Replace furnace filters
• Check washer hoses for cracks and swelling

Pro-tip-

Clean drains by pouring 1/2 cup baking soda followed by 1/2 cup white vinegar into each drain. After 10 minutes flush with boiling water. 

Check your Sump Pump-

Your basement or crawl space flooding is not the best way to find out that your sump pump is not working. Our service department will come inspect and repair y