Summer Maintenance Checklist

How-To

With warm weather comes barbecues, backyard games, and relaxing in the sun. Your outdoor time deserves a backdrop that’s just as exciting, and your home deserves to run efficiently while you enjoy those warm weather moments. Summer is prime time to tackle maintenance that enhances both your home’s beauty and performance, and ultimately, saves you money.

Enhance Your Entry

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First impressions matter, and your front door is working overtime. A new front door adds character to your home, creates a great first impression for visitors, and, as an important bonus, helps your home save energy by minimizing hot and cold air transference. Consider a steel or fiberglass upgrade to reduce energy transfer and boost security.

Want natural light in your entryway? Go for sidelights or half-glass options. Not ready for a full door swap? New hardware can make your current door look like a million bucks on the cheap.

Seal the Deal: Windows & Air Leaks

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Your home loses energy through small gaps and cracks. Conduct a pressurization test to identify air leaks throughout your house. Found them? Seal them up with caulk and weatherstripping for better comfort and efficiency.

If your windows are beyond DIY repair, book a POWER estimate as soon as possible. Custom windows can take time to manufacture, and you will want them installed before winter comes.

Smart Thermostat = Smart Living

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A smart thermostat gives you complete control over your home’s temperature from anywhere. Program it to run less while you’re at work and automatically adjust before you return home. This means more comfort when you’re home and less energy use when you’re not. Many models have an “eco” mode that learns and adapts to your routine for added efficiency and convenience.

Can’t swing a new thermostat? Consider installing heavy drapes. They aren’t just decorative; they help keep cool air in and hot air out all summer long.

Show Your Style Through Your Shutters

Window with green shutters against paned siding

Replace those weathered shutters with vinyl versions that will outmatch rot, mold, and decay. All you need is a power drill, a ladder, and one weekend afternoon. Your home’s curb appeal will thank you, and so will your maintenance schedule, because vinyl shutters require less effort to maintain.

Before starting this project, learn everything you need to know about ladder safety.

Summer Cleaning Rivals Spring Cleaning

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Don’t waste your time pressure washing areas covered by trees and landscaping, where spring pollen will recoat the surfaces a week after your hard work. Blast away months of grime and allergens in the summer for a job that lasts and benefits your family’s health.

HVAC Double-Duty

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Kill two birds with one service call and schedule your HVAC maintenance and mold screening together. Spring’s rainy months can create mold issues that hide in your system, and summer heat puts your AC through boot camp. One visit, two problems solved, maximum efficiency gained.

After reading this checklist, have you uncovered any issues on your home? If so, check out POWER’s exterior offerings.

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