Chicagoland NW Suburban IL Real Estate & News: Summer Home Care in NW Chicago

Summer is here and if you are like me, you are naturally looking forward to the barbecues, parties and 4th of July celebrations that signal the summer to many.

But, we have to be serious for a minute. It may sound boring, as looking after your home can be a tough task. But using this summers weather and longer daylight hours..get out there and do some work on your home! Remember that a well maintained home will give you less trouble and can maintain its value better. Spending a little time giving your home the once over can save thousands in potential future repair bills.

So here are my tips/areas to focus on in summer home maintenance in Northwest Chicagoland Suburbs:

1. Outside space – pressure wash the outside of the home, check patios for cracks and repair. If you have a deck, now is the time to check for any rot and replace any problem pieces of wood and if needed, treat and seal.

2. Roof – Debris and dirt can build up on a roof thanks to storms, heating and cooling, so the message here is CLEAN, CLEAN and CLEAN SOME MORE! Roof’s are fantastic as they last for years and work so well that people generally do not spend any time on them. But, a little time spent on maintaining it can save you thousands of dollars in potential repairs. Replace broken slates/tiles and visually inspect for problem areas. If you do not want to get on the roof yourself, get a roofing contractor/home inspector to have a look and inspect it for you.

3. Water/Piping – Check exposed pipes for loose joints, cracked pipes and leaks across your whole piping system. Also, a great thing to do is to drain your water heater tank if you have one – this will help clear any sediment build up. This can add years to the lifespan of the tank. Also, if you have a septic tank, why not get it pumped? Better than having the septic system back up in winter!

4. Air conditioning and heating  system – give your heating and air conditioning system a maintenance check. Have the unit serviced by a professional. Change air filters to protect your home from allergent and air pollutants – this is very cheap and easy to do. This can be something that will help your general health. So worthwhile doing!

5. Recreation – service the ATV, clean the pool and hot tub, and yes, clean the grill! Use the better weather to your advantage!

We hope these tips will help you have a great, productive summer around the house!

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Schaumburg, IL 60194