4 Tips To Get Your Home Ready For Summer

Written by Jon on July 1, 2019. Posted in Blog

Summer is officially here, and for many people, that means firing up the grill and soaking up the sun. But summer comes with its own fair share of challenges, too, including humidity and rainfall.

The good news is you can prepare your home for these issues to keep potential damage at bay. Here are four tips to ready your home for the hottest months of the year.

1. Inspect and repair your siding and roofing. Your home’s exterior features can take a beating throughout the year. Summer is one of the best times to make any necessary repairs or replacements you may need. Call your local contractors to replace any siding that’s been damaged by debris or the weather, and repair any damaged shingles.
2. Clean your gutters. It’s recommended to have your gutters cleaned at least twice a year, once during the fall and once during the spring. If you haven’t cleaned your gutters yet, now’s the time to do it. Late spring to early fall is hurricane season, and while Washington may not face off with any hurricanes any time soon the season still brings a lot of rain. Your gutters are the only thing protecting your roof from water damage, and so they need to be clear.
3. Clean your deck and patio. Summer is the king of outdoor entertaining, which means you’ll want to spend some time making sure your deck and patio are ready. You can pressure-wash wood decks and concrete patios to clear away the dirt and grime that’s build up during the winter months. You can also reseal or repaint your deck as needed.
4. Clean and repair your driveway and walkways. The winter weather can cause cracks and damage to your driveway and walkways. The summer months are a great time to hire someone to repair these issues. If you don’t have any damage to worry about, you can use this time to clean away any grime that’s been caked onto your walkways and stone paths.

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