Summer Home Tips

August 5, 2010

Wondering what you should be doing to maintain your home and ensure the safety of the people within it? Each season gives opportunities to complete different tasks that can prolong the life and safety of the materials, amenities and appliances within your home as well as maintain the overall condition and value of your biggest investment. Here’s a few suggestions for the summer:

Check all recreational equipment and review outdoor safety tips

Check your wood deck or concrete patio for possible deterioration

Make sure there are working nightlights at the top and bottom of all stairs

Check exterior siding

Check all window and door locks for proper operation

Have your roof inspected for potential leaks once every few years

Inspect and clean dust from the covers of your smoke and carbon monoxide alarms

Check your home for water leaks

Check the water hoses on the clothes washer, refrigerator icemaker and dishwasher for cracks and bubbles

Check your water heater

Clean the clothes dryer exhaust duct, damper and space under the dryer

Socialize your dog to help reduce potential dog bites

And For Your Pool…

Pool equipment should be checked frequently.

On your diving board, make sure bolts are tightened, the base is secured to the concrete, and surfaces are slip-resistant.

Make sure there is secure fencing around any pool to keep children and unauthorized individuals from the pool area. All gates should be self-closing and lockable.

Make sure there is rescue equipment around the pool.

Depth markings should be completely visible to all swimmers.

Secure all grates and drains so they cannot be removed without the use of tools. Instruct all swimmers on the dangers of entrapment and drowning that can occur when fingers, toes or the body come too close to these items.

This entry was posted on Thursday, August 5th, 2010 at 4:35 pm and is filed under Blogpost, Bryan College Station Real Estate, News.
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