The mornings are getting crisp and school starts next week.
It's that time again! Time to get ready for fall and winter.
Summer seems to be a time for all those outdoor projects!
At our house, we too are in an outdoor project!
Seems that our chimney chase is in need of repair! And guess what? We discovered some bugs in there!
This morning I had a conversation with my favorite pest and dry-rot guy. He advised me to cut all of the vegetation at least 6 - 12 inches away from the out side or our home to keep the bugs from entering via plants. He wants them to use the foundation. When the repairs are completed on the chase, he will come and spray the foundation etc with a new product. This should be the end of the bugs.
See, this can happen to all of us! Even a Realtor!
I have posted my favorite checklist below.
Hope this is helpful!
Maintaining the original quality and value of your property is easy if you perform regular upkeep. Sticking to a maintenance schedule will minimize the work and maximize your enjoyment of your home.
Annually:
Immediately:
inspect roof for damage after windstorms
fix dripping faucets and toilet tanks
replace light bulbs
service furnace and A/C
drain hot water tank
check weather stripping for drafts and leaks
replace batteries in smoke detectors
insulate outside pipes at the beginning of winter
inspect for pest infestations
change furnace and A/C filters (bi-annually)