Preparing for Seasonal Changes and Home Maintenance
Every season of life brings its own set of challenges, but with a bit of forward thinking, you can stay ahead of costly problems and keep life running smoothly! To help you prep for our unique weather seasons, our team at Gooding Brown & Company has created a guide with practical tips to safeguard your home and loved ones year-round.
Spring: Equipping for Warmer Weather
As the weather warms up, it’s the perfect time to give your home a fresh start.
Inspect your roof and gutters. Heavy snow and ice can loosen shingles and clog gutters. Clearing debris now helps prevent leaks during spring rains.
Check for water damage. Look around your foundation and basement for any signs of moisture. Early detection can save you from major headaches later.
Test your sump pump. Make sure it’s ready for spring showers by pouring water into the pit and ensuring it runs properly.
Summer: Beat the Heat
Long days and high temperatures are great for barbecues, but not so great for home systems under high pressure.
Consider servicing your A/C unit. A quick check by a professional can help it run efficiently all season.
Keeping trees and bushes trimmed. Keep branches away from your roof and power lines to reduce the risk of storm damage.
Protecting your outdoor furniture. Summer storms can whip patio chairs and umbrellas into dangerous projectiles.
Fall: Getting Ready for the Cold
Autumn is the perfect time to get ready for winter’s freeze.
Consider cleaning your chimney and fireplace. Prevent chimney fires and carbon monoxide risks with an annual cleaning.
Plug gaps and cracks. Keep out drafts (and critters looking for a warm spot) by caulking around windows and doors.
Empty outdoor faucets. Avoid burst pipes by shutting off and draining hose bibs.
Winter: Stay Warm and Safe
Freezing temperatures can wreak havoc if you’re unprepared.
Consider examining smoke and carbon monoxide detectors. With heaters and fireplaces running, these must be in working order.
Keep walkways clear. Shovel snow and use ice melt to prevent slips.
Know where your main water shutoff is. If a pipe does burst, quick action minimizes damage.
If you have questions about how your current insurance covers seasonal risks, or if you’d like a personalized review, we’d love to chat with you! Give us a call at #765-642-9949 to get started.