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Springing Forward is So Rewarding, That Extra Hour of Daylight Brings the Time Needed to Tackle Home Maintenance Projects.

3/15/2021 (Permalink)

Shed with a man on lawnmover, in a yard Great weather means yard work can get done, roofs inspected and gardens planted.

The birds are chirping, and the cherry buds are blooming. It’s time to get outside and check on your home. Here at SERVPRO we wanted to discuss some very important home maintenance ideas for homeowners. Owning a home comes with great pride but knowing what to look for is not always something we are aware of. The first role of a homeowner is to make sure all preventive maintenance is done and needed repairs are made in a timely manner. Here are our top ten exterior inspections to prevent possible future water, mold or fire damage.

  1. Check your roof exterior; look to see if any shingles are missing or not properly lined. Make sure any valleys of your roof are clear of debris. Check for mold growing. Check the flashing around the chimney and anything else that sticks out of the roof.
  2. Check the roof interior; go into your attic and inspect for roof leaks, sagging or black lines. The black line is the path from where the water started.
  3. Check the fascia, gutters, downspouts, siding and corner boards on your home.
  4. Check windows, doors, decks, porches and stairs.
  5. Check your irrigation, make sure no pipes are exposed or nozzles are broken.
  6. Clear away any shrubs or trees that touch your home; to prevent rodents or insects from crawling in.
  7. Check your HVAC System, have it inspected?
  8. Check all your outside facets for leaks.
  9. Check the foundation of your home for cracks. Go in your crawl hole or into your basement to detect any water. Call SERVPRO for mold testing, if water is discovered.
  10. Check for exposed wires or broken pipes.

If you need assistance with any of the above items, reach out to SERVPRO. We are here to help! As a contractor with many certifications, we have the tools, access and knowledge to provide any work you may need! Give our office a call anytime with any questions you may have.

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