Spring is in the Air

As the weather turns warmer and the snow slowly disappears, many of us start dreaming of weekends spent outside.  Often as the snow recedes it uncovers areas in need of attention.  Unfortunately for all the procrastinators out there, the long winter didn’t magically adjust that loose downspout or fill in the cracks in your foundation.

Spring is a great time to do a walk around your home and property to make note of items in need of repair and maintenance.  Here are just a few things to keep in mind:

  • Inspect concrete for cracks and seal with an appropriate waterproof caulk or cement.
  • Remove all debris from your gutters and make sure your downspouts are positioned properly to drain water away from your foundation.  Use a hose to check for leaks.
  • Do a visual inspection of your roof.  If there appear to be areas of concern, have the roof professionally inspected.
  • Clean the clothes dryer exhaust duct, damper and space under the dryer.
  • Check the weather-stripping around doors and windows and replace any that are worn.  Close up any air leaks by checking the condition of caulking around exterior door and window frames.

And finally, Spring is also a great time to test and replace smoke and carbon monoxide detectors.