Spring is here and there are things every homeowner needs to address. Start by climbing onto your roof and inspect for loose or torn shingles. Pay close attention to your vent flashing and chimney.
Inspect all of your rain gutters and spouts. Make sure they are clean and free of all debris. Verify that they are still attached properly.
Next you will want to visually inspect all caulking joints at doors and windows. If the caulking is cracked or missing, now is the time to address it. Make sure your paint is not cracking or peeling. If you are the type of person that paint your own home you may want to paint one side of your home every spring. This way every side gets a fresh coat pf paint every 4 years. If your home was built before 1978, then you may have some old paint containing lead and special precautions are needed to protect yourself and others during sanding and scraping. Check out this website for more info on lead
Another important area that many overlook is positive drainage. You should have 6 inches of fall 10 feet out at all areas around your home. This can be achieved by adding topsoil around the perimeter of your home. It is critical that water flow away from the structure and never pool against the foundation walls.
You should hire a qualified technician to inspect and service your HVAC unit. These units can get very dirty over time and must be cleaned and serviced regularly to operate at peak efficiency.
If you have a basement, check the foundation walls for cracking. If you have any cracks over 1/4 inch wide then you need to call a professional to address the problem. Putting this off could lead to many future problems. If you have a sump pump, check to make sure it is operational and install a battery operated backup to it in case of power failure.
Finally check all your smoke detectors to insure they are operating properly.
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