Spring cleaning checklist to get your home organized..
1. Clean Gutters: Add extensions to carry out the water 3-4 feet away from the house
2. Repair Roof: Repair missing, broken roof tiles, flashing that seals the joint between parapet and roof.
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3. Caulk the Crack: Around the window, doors, also weather strip seal around the door if needed.
4. Chimney: Chimney cap is in place and damper (fireplace) is working properly. On a masonry chimney repair loose brick/stone
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5. Maintain Air Conditioners: clean filters, service and clean the drain
6. Exterior Walls: Check and repair siding, under eves, near gutter down spouts for any damaged, soft area, openings where carpenter ants, birds, squirrel, raccoon etc can make nest..
7. Attic: Get professional help to remove any critters or animals. Have proper insulation and good ventilation to deter any mold growth.
8. Deck: Check and repair any decay, splinter soft spongy wood, wash porch and patio floors
9. Side Walk & Driveways: To increase longevity reseal asphalt driveway 2-5 years and concrete driveway 1-3 years.
10. Windows: Make sure the weep holes/drain are clear before washing windows. “Never power wash screens”
11. Replace storm windows and screens
12. Pressure Wash Your Home: To remove dirt, mold, stains, also siding, deck, driveway, deck, fence
13. Outdoor Furniture: Clean with mild detergent and hose. Use spray enamel on damaged area of metal furniture to prevent further erosion
14. Irrigation System: reset the system, repair broken or leaky parts. Check outdoor faucets
15. Firewood: Store firewood 18” of the ground and at least 2 feet away from the house/ structure
16. Lawn Equipments: For proper working order get tune up, sharp and clean
17. Fire Extinguisher: Inspect regularly, make sure gauge reads 100%. A-B-C class for living area and garage, Class B (grease) and C (electrical) for kitchen, multipurpose A-B-C for living and sleeping area also works on fire
18. Check Batteries: For Smoke detector, Carbon Mono-Oxide detector, make sure it's installed on every floor
19. Clean Dryer Lint: Increases dryer efficiency, clogged vent are fire hazard
20. Keep Basement Dry: Does your basement smell musty? Use dehumidifier, paint basement with Dry-Lock. Best solution is to excavate outside wall and apply sealant, floor drain is better for house on the slope.
21. Clean Outdoor Grill and other parts
22. Termite Activity: Check for any mud tubes along cracks, baseboard, pipe, chimney, behind siding, plumbing area etc. Winged termite swarmers are attracted to light and their discarded wings are found near the doors, window, vent, light fixture.
23. Have house # (number) visible.
I hope it helps with these tips. If you have any other tips, please email me for my collections...
Jane..Jaishree Zilpelwar
Licensed Boker Associate, Notary
Realty Connect USA
631-889-2997
