The Mid-Summer Home Checklist
High heat and muggy nights are fully upon us. To help you stay comfortable and keep your home running smoothly, our team has put together a few mid-summer maintenance tips so you’re ready for whatever adventures July brings.
Be Storm Ready
The recent storms that caused widespread power outages throughout the area are a reminder that summer weather can change quickly. Take a few simple steps now so you’re prepared before the next storm rolls in.
- Power Outage Ready: Summer storms often bring flickering power. A portable generator keeps your fridge, fans, and essentials running when the grid doesn’t cooperate.
- Clear Your Gutters: When’s the last time you got your gutters cleaned? Clogged gutters and downspouts can’t keep up with heavy rain, and can make water pooling on your ground.
- Check The Sump Pump: If your basement relies on a sump pump, having a battery backup is a smart addition in case the power goes out during heavy storms.
- Portable Lighting: In the event of a power outage, keep your home bright and safe by stocking up on flashlights, portable LED lights, and candles. Having these items easily accessible will help your family navigate through sudden blackouts comfortably.
Peak Bug Control
Humidity and sunny days bring out the pests that love to ruin some fun times outside. Treating your home and outdoors can make for a comfortable summer. Here’s a few pests to look out for and how to control them.
- Stinging Insects: Bees are most active in mid-summer, and nests can grow fast. A direct-spray wasp killer lets you take care of nests from a safe distance.
- Mosquito and Ticks: Keep mosquitoes and ticks in check with yard sprays, citronella candles, or a mosquito coil for the deck or patio.
- Ants and Their Hills: Warm weather brings hills across lawns and walkways, making for an eyesore and a bug problem. Applying ant killer to the mound and around your home’s perimeter keeps them from wandering inside.
Pool & Water Safety
With pools being in full use this summer and during the holiday weekends, a little upkeep weekly can keep your pool clean and safe for everyone.
- Chemical Balance Consistency: Heavy rain and storms can throw off your pool’s chemical balance. Keep your water in check with strips or a shock treatment when needed.
- Sun Protection: Time in the water means time in the sun, make sure you have sunscreen at your poolside and umbrellas for shade to cool off between dips.
- Pool Filter Check: Cartridge filters fill up quicker during peak season. Cleaning them out regularly keeps your system running efficiently and your water looking its best.
- Pool Safety Gear: Make sure your life vests and pool floats are in good condition to prevent possible injuries in the water.
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