Q: What Are Some Worthwhile Summer Projects?

Here are some summer projects every homeowner will be glad they tackled.

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Though we’re more than halfway through the year, we still have plenty of summer sun left to enjoy. The weather isn’t always on our side here in Tennessee, so I like to take advantage of this season by tackling some easy home maintenance projects. Here’s what I recommend for all homeowners:

1. Vacuum your vents. You might not like the sound of this, but it’s so important to keep vents like the one in your bathroom ceiling clean and functional. If the fans in there sound excessively loud, it’s likely because the vent is clogged up. 
2. Have your air conditioning inspected. Don’t wait until the late summer sun and relentless humidity force your unit to give out. You’ll never regret scheduling an appointment with a professional to service it and get it running optimally for the rest of the season.  
3. Inspect your roof. Whether it’s you climbing up there (please be careful) or a professional roofer, why not use this time to check out the health of your roof? You could even have someone fly a drone over your house for a hassle-free peek at its condition.  
4. Revive your deck and patio. Bust out the pressure washer, remove leftover debris from winter or spring, stain it, and rearrange/clean your outdoor furniture. Now’s your chance to take advantage of one of your home’s best features by relaxing under blue skies.  
5. Clean out your gutters. Failing to address any problems with how water flows through your gutters can lead to foundational issues in your home. Water that’s not properly draining through the downspouts can spell trouble for the fascia, soffits, and all of the siding on your home. While not the most exciting project to undertake, regular gutter maintenance will go a long way if you ever decide to sell your home.

These projects were just a starting point; we have a list of way more than five, and I’d be glad to send those over if you reach out to me via email. As always, give me a call if you have questions on this or any other real estate-related topics. I look forward to hearing from you, but until then, good luck with all your summer projects!