The spring season can bring about dangers to a home from strong gusts of wind, rains, and fluctuating temperatures. Be sure to complete these quick and simple checks to safeguard your home this season.
Checks to safeguard your home this Spring
1. Check outside faucets and exteriors for flood risks.
Inspect your outside hose faucets for any damage from the winter. Hold your thumb over the opening. If the flow stops completely, the pipe indoors could possibly be damaged and could need to be replaced. Also, check the hose for dry rot and look at the foundation and exterior walls for any cracks or potential spots where water could enter.
2. Examine the roof and gutters.
The roof may have been damaged by heavy storms or hail. Don’t assume that because there are no visible indications of damage, there isn’t some beneath the shingles. Have it inspected. Also, clean the gutters to avoid risks of pooling water and leaks.
3. Examine the landscaping.
Beware of trees that are too close to the home. In a storm, these could pose a threat. Have any tall overhead branches trimmed if they could potentially fall and hit the roof or damage your home.
4. Check the foundation.
Examine the lawn and near the foundation for any low areas. Water will collect and pool in any low areas. This could then potentially seep through any cracks in the home’s foundation or create a breeding ground for insects. Fill any low areas with compact soil and repair cracks in the foundation.
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