Home Maintenance Tips for Spring:
Michigan spring home maintenance is crucial for a fresh start, tackling winter debris, preparing for summer, and ensuring a healthy and safe living environment, while also potentially increasing property value and reducing long-term costs.
Interior
- Change Furnace/HVAC air filters.
- Clean and inspect window screens for damage.
- This will help keep unwanted pests outside your home.
- Look for moisture in the basement and crawl space.
- Leaks in these spaces could turn into costly repairs. Inspect the air-conditioning system.
- Trim brush around the unit and clean the coils if necessary.
- Inspect the washing machine water hoses for cracks and the dryer vent for lint buildup.
- Inspect the air ducts for buildup of mold, allergens or debris.
- Having your ducts professionally cleaned is a great option.
- Make sure your sump pump is in working order.
- Consider installing a battery operated backup sump pump.
Exterior
- Inspect gutters and downspouts for damage and debris.
- Clean, functioning gutters ensure that water is diverted from your home’s foundation.
- Trim trees and shrubs that are near the house.
- This can prevent damage to siding, windows or the roof.
- Inspect caulking around doors and windows for damage or wear.
- Replace if necessary to increase energy efficiency. This will also give those areas a new fresh look.
- Inspect wooden decks, railings, windowsills and steps for rot.
- Repair or replace damaged wood, and touch up paint, stain or wood finish.
- Pressure wash patios, decks, driveway / walkways, and outdoor furniture.
- Pressure wash your soffits and siding too, if necessary.
- Inspect outdoor sprinkler heads for damage from snow plows or cold weather.
- Look for leaking valves and verify the watering schedule on the control panel.
- Inspect and tune up any lawn maintenance equipment.
- Sharpen tools, charge batteries, lubricate moving parts and replace old gas.
- Clean debris from foundation vents and window wells.
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Routine Spring Home Maintenance
Routine home maintenance on your Metro Detroit, Michigan home can save you the headaches of costly repairs that could be avoided. It can also help you prepare and budget for any future repairs or upgrades. Care for your home and the surrounding property, and it will continue to keep you and your family safe and comfortable. Use the spring home maintenance checklist, check this list off every spring to prolong the life of your home’s building materials, landscaping, appliances and more.
Professional Home Maintenance
Head over to the Da Vinci Homes blog to find more DIY tips and tricks for home maintenance. If you need help with home maintenance or expert advice, give Da Vinci Homes a call. You may also request service online, and a local Da Vinci Homes team member will call you to discuss your project. That way, you’ll have more time to enjoy the lovely Michigan spring weather.