Whether you’re a new homeowner or have spent years in your house, it can be easy to fall into a rut with home maintenance. However, the truth is that every season has its own needs.
Aloha Construction has been a leading general contractor in Illinois and Southern Wisconsin for ten years, and they’re here to share their expertise on the subject. Make some time during the long days and warm weekends of summer to tackle these small but important home repair projects, and your house will thank you for it.
So, what should you keep an eye out for in your home this season? Keep reading to learn about these six summer mistakes to avoid!
1. Putting Off the Gutter Check
Most homeowners know that it’s important to check your gutters in autumn. Leaves are falling and it’s easy for them to get clogged. A clogged gutter can sag, leak, and cause water damage on your roof or foundation.
In order to avoid this, it’s essential to check your gutters in every season, including the summer. In Illinois and throughout the Midwest summer storms are common, and it only takes one heavy downpour on broken, clogged, or twisted gutters to create a lot of expensive problems in your house.
So, this summer, don’t make the mistake of putting off your gutter check. Grab a ladder or call Aloha Construction to get the job done today!
2. Assume Your Roof Survived the Winter Unscathed
If you live in the Midwest, chances are your home was hit with many winter storms. Hail, high winds, and even cold temperatures can cause severe damage to a roof.
The mistake that homeowners make is assuming that they can spot and diagnose the problems on their own, but that’s not the case. Fortunately, Aloha Construction offers free property inspections to help you out. The team of experts will put your house through a rigorous nine-step inspection process and then walk you through the repair and insurance process afterward.
Get peace of mind and protect your house from the summer storms by requesting your free property inspection from Aloha Construction today!
3. Forgetting to Check the Windows
This common homeowner mistake can create serious problems for your wallet. When was the last time you took a good look at your windows? If you haven’t in a few years, it’s time for a quick but thorough inspection.
Check the glass for cracks, but also examine the caulking where the windows meet the walls. If it’s loose or damaged, it’s time for an update. Recaulking your windows is something that can be done on your own or with one simple call to Aloha Construction.
Why is catching this mistake important in the summer? In Illinois and Southern Wisconsin, the temperatures get high and the air conditioning turns up. If it’s escaping your house through the windows instead of cooling it down, you’ll be slammed with extra high energy bills this summer that can easily be avoided!
4. Not Preparing for Summer Power Outages
Summer power outages can be dangerous. When temperatures soar and the air conditioning goes out, the heat can put children and the elderly at risk. Because of this, it’s important to prepare for the event of a summer power outage.
One way to protect your loved ones is by purchasing a generator. With it, you can keep the essentials in your home running, like fans, the air conditioner, the fridge, and more. In addition, it’s a good idea to have extra supplies on hand like flashlights, candles, frozen water bottles, a first aid kit, and healthy snacks that don’t need to be cooked or refrigerated.
5. Not Checking the HVAC
Some homeowners never check their HVAC in the summer, and this can be a costly mistake. According to contractors at Aloha Construction, the best time to schedule your HVAC check-up is at the beginning of summer when it’s still working fine, and not when it breaks down on one of the hottest days of the year!
Routine maintenance on your air conditioner will include checking the filters, electrical parts, the thermostat, and more. Make sure yours is in good working condition before you put it to the test this summer, and you won’t be stuck with an under-performing or non-performing air conditioner this year.
6. Using Hard Water
In the summer, you’ll typically find yourself around water more. Sure, that might include a trip to the beach or nearby lake, but it also happens in your own home. Whether it’s filling up the kiddie pool for the children, watering the garden, taking long, cold showers, or more, it’s important to make sure you’re not damaging your home this summer with hard water.
Hard water is mineral-rich and can cause a mineral build up in your pipes or boiler that’s expensive to fix. The experts at Aloha Construction recommend that the best way to prevent this from happening is by checking if your water is hard with easy DIY tests at home or test kits you can buy in stores. Once you determine if your water is hard or not, you can buy a water softener to install this summer and protect your pipes and your boiler in the future.
Work With Aloha Construction to Avoid These 6 Common Mistakes
Summer generally comes with a more laid-back lifestyle and extra time on your hands. Because of that, it’s the perfect time to call Aloha Construction and make sure your house is ready for the season.
This year, consider testing your water, checking your HVAC, and making sure your home is prepared for any summer power outages. Then, call Aloha Construction for help with the rest. The expert team will perform a free property inspection to check your roof and gutters and help you spot any warning signs with cracked or loose windows as well.
Afterward, get the repairs you need and rest easy knowing that your house will be in good shape for many more summers to come!
Read more about Aloha Construction in their semi-recent feature on Patch.com,
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