Spring Maintenance for your Home!
After the long winter, spring is finally here and this is a great opportunity to take a close look at your home, and what damage might have been sustained. These are some areas of interest you may want to look at for your home:
Roof – Any shingles that are damaged, missing, or loose will need some repair.
Gutters – We have had a tough winter for gutters, with lots of ice damming problems, so make sure that they are secured tightly to the home and that any rust found is either minimized or removed. Also check for holes or leaks that may cause damage now or in the future.
Siding – Any siding that is cracked, warped, split or eroded should be replaced or repaired depending on the extent of the damage.
Mildew and moulds – Mildew and moulds should be cleaned with abrasive cleaners (e.g. bleach-type products) and removed.
Paint – Chipped paint will need to be removed and re-applied with a primer and a coat. Take note of when you paint a certain area of the house because if it is frequent, it may be an indication of bigger problems, and further measures may need to be taken.
Bricks and mortar – Inspection and repair of the mortar and maintenance of the brick walls is vital to ensure that water does not seep into the walls inside the home and cause damage.
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posted by Ben Sage, Sales Representative @ 2:32 PM
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