With summer in full swing, Minnesota homeowners must ensure their properties are well-maintained to withstand the unique challenges that this season brings. The combination of heat, humidity, and occasional severe weather demands attention to specific areas of your home. This proactive summer home maintenance checklist will guide you through eight crucial tasks to keep your Minnesota home in top shape during the warmest months.
- Roof Inspection
Inspect your roof for any damage caused by heavy spring rains and summer storms. Look for missing or damaged shingles and flashing, signs of leakage and check the gutters and downspouts for debris and make sure they are correctly connected. Addressing these issues promptly will prevent potential leaks and water damage during summer thunderstorms.
- Air Conditioning Maintenance
Minnesota summers are no doubt hot and humid, and that puts a strain on your air conditioning system. Have a professional HVAC technician inspect and clean your AC unit. Replace filters regularly to ensure optimal cooling efficiency and to maintain optimal indoor air quality.
- Deck and Patio Maintenance
Outdoor spaces like decks and patios are frequently used during the summer months, making their maintenance crucial. Check for loose boards, protruding nails and signs of rot. Clean and reseal the surfaces to protect them from the elements and to preserve their longevity.
- Pest Control
Summer is prime time for pests seeking refuge from the heat. Seal any gaps or cracks around windows and doors and replace damaged screens to keep unwanted guests, such as ants, termites, flies and mosquitoes outside where these insects belong.
- Lawn and Garden Care
Maintaining your lawn and garden during the summer months is essential. Regularly mow the lawn to a suitable height, water the plants and your trees adequately (especially during dry spells). A thirsty tree will search for water and nutrients by rooting into your Main Sewer Line, so watering around your trees regularly is always a good idea.
- Exterior Faucets
Check for leaking hose bibbs and in-ground irrigation sillcocks. Ken’s Sewer Service has been busy this summer repairing and replacing outside faucets for our customers.
- Main Line Maintenance
If you haven’t had your main sewer line cleaned in over a year, we highly suggest scheduling an appointment to have this done before Winter. In the Summer months and especially during the drought we have been experiencing the last few years, root intrusion into your main sewer can increase. If the underground soil is dry, roots go searching for the water and nutrients that your main line carries and they work their way into your line creating obstructions that will eventually back-up waste water and sewage into your home. Regular cleanings also keeps your line in good shape and can save you money in the long run.
Call Ken’s Sewer Service for all of your plumbing and drain cleaning needs. We can also help you schedule appointments with our partnered HVAC Technicians, Roof/Gutter Cleaning and Dryer Vent Cleaning companies we work with everyday.
