Top 5 Maintenance Tips for Your Seattle Home in March
Spring in Seattle means the beginning of sunny weather and warmer temperatures, but it also means it’s time to do some home maintenance! March is an excellent time to inspect your property and make sure that your home is in tip-top condition for those extra rays of sunshine that the summer months bring. Below are the top 5 most important home maintenance tasks that you can do to prevent damage to your house when spring arrives in Seattle:
- Check your roof.
Heavy rain in the winter followed by harsh sunlight in the summer months can lead to roof damage. A quick inspection of the roof can help you identify exterior roof damage before it leads to water damage inside the house.
- Clean and repair your gutters.
Gutters control the flow of rain over the house to protect the foundation, walls, roof, and even the landscape surrounding your home. A clogged gutter can lead to serious problems both inside as well as outside the house as water can back up and damage the roof and siding of your home. Look for gutters that have pulled away from the house and make the necessary repairs on them to avoid damage to your siding or landscaping.
- Repair and clean window screens.
It’s likely you’ll want to open the windows and air out your house in the spring so it’s time to take a closer look at the window screens and repair any rips or tears they may have. Use soap and water to clean the screens thoroughly so you can open your windows and enjoy the view.
- Inspect windows and doors for leaks and gaps.
In the colder months of winter, window caulk can get hard and crack, and weather stripping can start to fail. Check for leaks, gaps, and cracks around all your windows and doors to keep energy efficiency high on your property year-round. Pay special attention to air flow around the outside of the window to find leaky spots that aren’t visible to the naked eye.
- Repair peeling paint on the exterior of your home.
Do a perimeter check of the exterior surfaces of your house to look for cracked or peeling paint. Repairing areas of the exterior where the paint is cracked and peeling will not only keep your home looking it’s best; it will also help prevent other home maintenance issues from becoming a problem in the future.
Stop in and visit Greenwood Hardware today to get the necessary supplies for spring maintenance. Come see us in person, or contact us online today!