TITLE: Goodbye Cold Weather
If you do not live in Florida, we are sorry that the weather may not be warm there yet. Snow is still in the forecast for Colorado…oh my!
We have some ideas for you as to what we recommend you do to your home in the transition from cold to warm weather…besides spring-cleaning! These are more maintenance related items that we recommend to keep your beautiful home in order and functioning properly.
Start with the roof! Especially if your home is somewhere that it snows, check your roof. If you live in Florida, you probably already check your roof regularly, especially after hurricane-force winds attack your home. You want to make sure you do not have any missing or damaged shingles. Missing or damaged shingles can lead to water leaks.
Another thing that can lead to leaks is a clogged gutter. Make a point to clear out your gutters (especially before the rainy season!) Dirt and debris need to be removed from your gutters.
You should also test and check all smoke and carbon monoxide detectors you have in your home to make sure they are in working order. Most of the time, all you need to do is change out the battery.
It is recommended that you service your air conditioning and heating unit twice a year (especially if you have pets) but make sure you service it before the weather gets too hot. Having an air conditioning unit that does not function properly during the hot summers would not be any fun! Changing or washing your air filter is also important for your system to run efficiently and save you money.
We also recommend that you take a look at all of your windows, doors, and screens. Any cracks should be fixed immediately so your nice cool air does not disappear!
Are there any other items you have on your list of things to do as winter disappears?