Getting your home on a regular maintenance schedule is critical to keeping your house in good condition and protecting your wallet.
One of the easiest ways to do this is to follow a seasonal schedule, which allows you to spread your maintenance tasks across the year. Plus, you can prepare your home for the weather and hazards that the coming months may bring.
Are you ready to do some maintenance for summer? Here’s what to put on your list:
Change your air filters. You should be changing your filters every few months anyway, but it’s particularly important in pollen- and allergen-heavy seasons like spring and summer.
Reverse your ceiling fan. Did you have your ceiling fans circulating warm air during the colder months? For summer, make them spin counterclockwise to push air downward and create a cooling effect. You can likely change it using a switch on the fan.
Check your windows. Make sure there are no leaks or gaps around your windows. Check weather stripping around doors, too. If air can get in around these areas, it can make your home harder to cool once the temperatures rise.
Clean your vents. If you have a fan in the bathroom or HVAC intake vents that are accessible, dust them off and use a slightly damp cloth to wipe them clean. This helps air circulate better and keeps dust from traveling through your home.
Test your smoke and carbon monoxide detectors. Test both units to ensure they’re working properly, and replace the batteries if it's been a while.
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