Top 5 End-of-Summer Home Maintenance Tips - Interior Maintenance

Summer is for warm weather, relaxing vacations, and spending time with friends and family. Before the summer season ends, there are some routine maintenance steps you can take to ensure your home looks good and functions optimally. The best time to pay attention to your home needs is now. Procrastinating on home maintenance could result in future costly repairs. Here are the top common issues to check off before the summer season ends:

INTERIOR MAINTENANCE CHECKLIST

 Check Safety Devices

Evaluations include, but are not limited to, smoke detectors, carbon monoxide detectors, fire extinguishers and any child safety devices.

 Clean Your Air Conditioner

If you use an in-window unit, clear out debris. If you use an HVAC system, call the pros to keep up with maintenance.

 Plan for Winter Weather

Winter storms can be unforgiving. Power can go out for extended periods. Stay prepared with flash lights, clean water to drink, a battery-powered fan, and non-perishable foods. Consider using surge-protector power strips for electronics, too.

 Survey Your Basement

A variety of problems can go unnoticed in the basement. Call a contractor if you find any cracks in the foundation or leaks in the plumbing.

 Unclog Your Dryer Vent

Clogged vents can pose problems at any point in the year, especially in the summer. Large amounts of dust buildup in the ducts can cause fires

For more information on home maintenance you can do yourself, and when and how to hire a licensed professional, visit www.CHWBA.org or contact the Central Washington Home Builders Association.