With a new season arriving, Burkentine Homes – PA Home Builders, is sharing their top 10 tips for summer home maintenance.  Follow this list to keep your home in good repair all summer long!

Summer Home Maintenance Tips

  1. Clean Gutters: Spring storms can bring heavy wind and rain. It’s important to remove leaves and debris that have accumulated in your gutters to avoid water damage.
  2. Air Conditioning Inspection: Summer means air conditioner season.  Schedule a professional inspection and cleaning to make sure your unit is in good working order and will keep you cool all summer long.  Now is also a good time to replace air filters in your home.
  3. Plumbing Leaks: Water usage tends to increase in the summer.  Keep your water bills down by checking to make sure you don’t have any leaks in your hoses, faucets, or irrigation systems.
  4. Break Out the Power Washer: With more time being spent outdoor, make sure the exterior of your home looks it’s best.  Power wash the exterior of your home to remove grime and buildup on siding and walkways.
  5. Block Bugs: As temperatures rise, insects will seek refuge from the heat in your home.  Seal any cracks or gaps around doors and windows and schedule an exterminating session.
  6. Roof Inspection: While you’re tending to the exterior of your home, don’t forget about the roof.  You may have damage from spring storms that need repair.
  7. Deck Check: If you have an outdoor deck, take a few minutes to look for loose boards, splinters, or rotting wood and make time for repairs.  You may also need to reapply sealant.
  8. Prep Your Pool: Summer means it’s time to open the pool!  Regularly test and adjust pool water chemistry to ensure proper sanitation and prevent algae growth. Clean filters and skim debris often to maintain your backyard oasis.
  9. Get Grilling: Summer evenings mean backyard barbecues. Before firing up the grill, give it a thorough cleaning to remove leftover grease and debris. Check gas lines for leaks and ensure proper ventilation.
  10. Fire Safety First: Summer barbecues often involve open flames. Keep a fire extinguisher readily available and make sure everyone in your home knows what to do in the event of a fire.

Find a Move In Ready Home with PA Home Builders

If you’re ready to enjoy a new home this summer, contact our sales team to learn about move in ready homes from Burkentine Builders – PA home builders.  We offer single family homes and townhomes throughout Pennsylvania that can help you to make your outdoor entertaining and summer relaxation dreams come true.

And if you’re already a Burkentine home owner, we hope these tips help you to enjoy a worry free season of fun with your loved ones!