Spring is in the air, which means it is time for home spring maintenance. It's time to think of a remodeling project. Let Country Creek Builders help!
As the weather starts to warm and the snow melts, many Minnesota homeowners think of spring! Start maintenance of your home by taking a walk around the exterior. Spring cleaning can involve a significant amount of time on your schedule; however, getting your home ready for a clean and happy spring season can be easily accomplished with a checklist.
Minnesota winters can be tough on a roof. Grab a ladder or binoculars or use just your eyes from the ground and take a good look. Look for cracked, missing, or loose shingles. If you notice any of these issues, hire a reputable roofer or handyman to fix them. Also, make sure to clean out the gutters, so leaves and debris don’t cause extra roof damage.
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Inspect carefully for cracks, flaking, or chips. Make sure to repair these quickly and effectively before they get worse. If you aren’t sure if you need to call a maintenance specialist for the foundation or do self-repair, put a nickel into the crack and if it fits, call the professionals.
Before bringing the grill to barbeque, check your deck for loose railings, loose floorboards, nails that are sticking out, and deterioration. You can purchase products at your local hardware stores, such as Quikrete Sikaflex.
Remember, you can lose cool air in the summer and warm air in the winter. Also, look in areas that become damp during the winter months because they might rot or decay. Replace any rotten wood, and then remember to reseal your deck to protect the wood.
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Look at all your windows for leaks and cracks. Use an exterior caulk to refill any open areas. Make sure to wash your windows too. Create a window cleaner of one cup of water, one cup of rubbing alcohol, and one teaspoon of white wine vinegar and wash with a soft cloth. Your windows will be sparkling!
Now it is time to inspect the inside of your home. Pull out the lawnmower, rake, and clippers. Ensure your bushes and trees are free of loose branches and dead vegetation.
Start your interior cleaning with a thorough cleaning—vacuum furniture, tops of bookshelves, and other places that might have been neglected. Wipe down the kitchen and refrigerator. Inspect tiles for areas that need to be grouted in the bathrooms.
The air conditioner is an essential part of spring maintenance. Vacuum out the connections and outside of the unit. Check the drain pans and hoses for leaks. Keep a record of when you changed the filter. Some filters must be changed monthly or every three months helping remove dust and allergens from your home.
Check all the areas in your basement that you suspect get damp during winter. If you notice a musty smell or water stains on the walls, call a professional to help find the source of the water and remove any mold.
Crawl into your attic or use a flashlight to peer inside to ensure that no critters have taken residence in your home during the winter. Call an exterminator if you notice any signs of animals or insects. Ensure your attic has proper insulation and ventilation to prevent mold growth. Mold will look like black blotches that take on the appearance of stains.
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Be sure your smoke detectors work properly by testing them and replacing batteries. Inspecting your smoke detector should be done regularly. It is always a good idea to replace the batteries several times a year. Consider doing it when you change your clocks twice a year to spring forward or fall back.
These ten spring maintenance tips will help prepare your home for summer! These are just a taste of some essential tips; as you continue to perform them, you might come up with more specific ones for your home.
Now is also a good time to think about any remodeling projects. Contact Country Creek Builders, and they can help you create the renovation of your dreams from the beginning to the end. Contact us today and get the process started.
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