You’ve been ready for summer all year, but how prepared is your home? This time of year is the perfect opportunity to make memories, spend time with family, and relax. Unfortunately, it’s also the ideal time for bug invasions, massive home messes, and unpredictable mishaps. Make sure your summer goes according to plan by following these 6 summer home prep must do’s.
Increase Your Home’s Security
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Prepare for an Empty Home
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Weatherproof Your Home
Critter Prevention and Control
The heat of summertime creates the perfect breeding ground for cockroaches, ants, bees, and other household pests. Protect your home against invasive bugs by checking your doors, windows, and house foundation for cracks where bugs can enter. Consider hiring a pest control person to inspect your home for possible entry points.
Prepare Your Home for Guests
If you plan to have the neighbors over for backyard barbecues, or if relatives are flying in to stay for the summer, you’ll need to prepare your house for guests. Freshen up your guest-rooms by cleaning the sheets, dusting the furniture, and opening a window to let in fresh air. Check on decks, patios, or if you have a nice refreshing pool, ensure they’re safe for guests to enjoy.
Keep Your Lawn Beautiful
Whether summer brings dry heat or lots of rain, you’ll need to prepare your lawn for the elements. Add extra fertilizer to keep grass alive and prevent it from turning brown. Consider planting some new plants and flowers to enhance curb appeal. Take a look at your trees/shrubs and trim if needed.
Let Summer Inside
Take full advantage of summer by bringing it into your home—in moderation of course. Fill your home with summer scents by picking bouquets of wildflowers or summer-themed air fresheners. Enjoying summer is all about protecting your home from harm while still making the most out of the summer weather.
Stay Cool for the Summer and make sure that whatever your plans are for the summer, you and your family stay safe. With these simple 6 must do's out of the way, you're ready to enjoy the summer weather - and relax on your summer vacation.