As the seasons change and the weather gets warmer, it will gradually get easier for you to spend time outdoors. At this point, you may be thinking that it’s time to go out and perform an inspection on your home, noting any damage that the cold weather and snowstorms have done to the exterior of your home.
Looking for parts of your home that are in need of repairs is a good idea. Spotting and fixing the parts of your home that have been damaged by the weather and by normal wear and tear should be done during the dry months. It’s best to minimize anything untoward happening during the cold or rainy seasons. Knowing where to look for potential problems and damage is the key. Here are a few places where you may want to start your search.
The Complete Home Exterior Spring Maintenance Checklist
1. Gutters and Downspouts
Although this task should have been done before the cold months set in, it is crucial that you repeat the inspection once the ice and snow have melted. Check your gutters and downspout drains for leaves and any other obstructions after the winter season. This will ensure that there will be no organic material left in your gutters that will later rot and cause clogs in the drains.
2. Check for Termites and Other Bugs
After the winter, it is also crucial that you check the exterior of your home to see if a colony of termites or other destructive insects have decided to take up residence in the wooden parts of your siding or deck. Finding them and getting rid of them will prevent them from doing any further damage to your home.
3. Roof Inspection
It is also vital that you check your home’s roof for any cracks and holes to ensure that it will still be able to protect you during extreme weather conditions such as hailstorms, sleet, snow, and rain. Making sure that your roof is free from damage (or having the damage repaired as soon as possible) will save you from having a headache due to more serious damage later on.
4. Check the Doors and Windows
Your windows, doors, and other entryways to your home, such as air vents, should also be checked. It is essential that you check that these entrances are sealed properly to protect your house from unwanted intruders like bugs and rodents.
5. Paint and Clean Your Home’s Exterior
Lastly, you may want to consider painting your home to give it a fresh new look as well as a layer of protection against rust and other effects of extreme weather. If you do not want to paint your home’s exterior, you may opt to use a power washer to clean the dirty areas of your home’s siding and exterior.
Conclusion
As the snow and ice melt, you may begin to see various types of damage on the exterior of your home. Checking the key areas mentioned above will help you maintain a home that is aesthetically beautiful, damage-free, and fully functional.
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