6 Simple Ways to get your Home Ready for Spring | Glaze & Save
There’s still a bit of a chill in the air, but the days are
definitely getting longer and the sun is peeking out just a little bit more,
which means that spring is round the corner. Spring often signifies new
beginnings and fresh starts, so there’s no better time to make sure your
property is in tip top shape and ready the face the changing season. So without
further ado, read on to find out our six simple ways to get your home ready for
spring.
1. Clean Gutters
Gutters are an integral part of your home, and need to be tended to just as you would your garden! Controlling the flow of rainwater protects your roof, walls and landscape: especially since climate change is causing the Scottish weather to become even wetter! To effectively clean your gutters, remove as much debris as you can with your hands. Then use your garden hose to remove leftover mulch and dirt. The DIY Network also recommend that you "shove the hose into the downspout to power out of goose neck bends, making sure your downspouts channel water at least five feet from foundation walls".
2. Examine Roof Shingles & Tiles
Extreme weather over the winter can damage your roof, so now is the time to examine the roof for missing shingles or tiles. Summer sun can also be hazardous to roofs, so according to HGTV “Shingles that are cracked, buckled or loose or are missing granules need to be replaced. Flashing around plumbing vents, skylights and chimneys need to be checked and repaired by a qualified roofer.”
3. Check Your HVAC Systems
Spring is one of the most important times to review your home’s heating, ventilation and air conditioning systems. Freshhome.com advises that you ensure air filters have been replaced or cleaned and stock up on new air filters if you use disposable one. Check your air conditioner before the summer to ensure it is in good working order.
4. Check Outside Taps
A harsh winter can wreak havoc on outside taps, with freezing damage high on the list of possible issues. To test whether your outdoor tap is in working condition turn the water on and place your thumb or finger over the opening. If you can stop the flow of water, it is likely the pipe inside the home is damaged and will need to be replaced.
5. Get Round to Repairing
Take the cue from a new season to get to work carrying out all of the niggling repair work that you have put off over the winter. Whether it’s rehanging pictures , painting a scuffed wall, repairing furniture or fixing an askew curtain rail, there are a myriad of miniature jobs that we always put off. The spring time is the perfect time to get them up to scratch.
6. Inspect Your Windows
As the sun starts to shine, attention will no doubt turn to your windows. While many people automatically think that the time to address issues of thermal efficiency is the winter, installing, restoring and repairing in the spring time makes much more sense as the longer days and more stable conditions allow for an easier time of it. Examine your windows for damage over the winter: damp, draughts, stuck sashes, etc. Check out our blogs on caring for and restoring your windows for more tips on window maintenance. Draught proofing is better done in the warmer months too, and can help keep your home cooler!
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