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Get Your Home Ready for Summer

The Seeker by The Seeker
June 24, 2020
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The summer season is finally making its long-anticipated appearance. You’re looking forward to barbeques, beach days, and relishing in that beautiful summer heat. It’s also the time of year when many people update their homes to adapt to the warmer weather.

Just like people, your home needs some tender loving care after a long, dreary winter. You’ll want to freshen it up and air it out. Read on to discover how you can rid your home of those winter blues and make it summer-ready with these tips.

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Install a Sunroom

Have you ever taken a book in the backyard to sit on the lawn chair, hoping to enjoy a relaxing afternoon in the sun? But your peaceful day quickly comes to an end due to a swarm of mosquitos, blistering heat, or an unexpected thundershower?

The summer is a wonderful time of year, but it also comes with some unpleasant surprises. If you love soaking in the sunshine but aren’t so much a fan of insects, sunstroke, or pouring rain, consider solarium and sunroom additions for your home.

A glass-enclosed sunroom or solarium gives you the option to enjoy nature without enduring the erratic uncertainties of the outdoors. It’s the perfect way to enjoy the summer without any of the hassles. Find a manufacturer that installs energy-efficient additions so you’ll have proper insulation and solar heating options that utilize natural light and heat.

The outdoors is lovely, but sometimes you just want to observe it from the comfort of home, and a sunroom offers the best of both worlds! 

Repair Your Back Patio

Ensure your backyard patio is in excellent shape for those gorgeous summer evenings that are perfect to spend outdoors. Sometimes, you can’t resist an outdoor dinner party on the patio when the weather is just right.

You might want to give it a fresh coat of paint or wood stain, and check to see if it requires any repair work.

Service Your Air Conditioner

Don’t forget to check your air conditioner! There’s nothing worse than a faulty AC unit in the middle of a 40 degrees Celsius heatwave. It’s critical to check your unit at least once a year in case of any damage and to see if it needs professional cleaning.

Over time, the filters will clog with dirt and dust, causing your AC to become less effective. An unclean air conditioner is bad for your health because all of those dust particles will float through the air in your home, causing damage to your lungs. Call up your local AC maintenance professional for a check-up.

Clean Your Gutters

A harsh winter can be tough on gutters, and damage can lead to leaks that let water in your crawl space or basement. It can also cause wood rot around the gutters.

Cleaning the gutters can be a challenge, so consider hiring a professional — especially if your house is over one story tall. If you feel comfortable tackling the job yourself, work with a partner to be extra cautious.

With just a little bit of work, you can turn your home into your summer oasis. 

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