Create a Home maintenance Fund

If your roof springs a leak during a storm it’s nice to have rainy day funds. An emergency maintenance fund of a couple thousand dollars would make handling sudden expenses a breeze. Factors to take into consideration for how much to put aside would be your income, homes condition, and other expenses. Your home is a major investment, it is wise to be prepared for surprise repairs.

SUMMER HOME MAINTENANCE TO-DO

To Do List of Around the House Summer Projects:

Check the air conditioner

Inspect outdoor play equipment

Check the mower

Sharpen tool edges- mower, blades, hoes

Cut back shrubbery

Clean the gutters and downspouts

Clean and prep the pool

Power wash siding or brick

Check and clean the grill

Inspect exterior for loose or rotted siding

Inspect bricks and foundation for cracks or leaks

Wash the windows on the outside

Check windows for leaks

Recaulk seals on doors and windows

Inspect and clean the deck

Reseal the deck

Clean the dryer vent and exhaust duct

Fill cracks in concrete or asphalt

Re-Seal the garage floor

Inspect the roof for leaks or damage

Inspect all locks on doors and windows

Shampoo the carpet

Clogged Gutter Issues

Issues Caused by Clogged Gutters

1. Leaking Basements and Cracked Foundations:  Clogged gutters are the number one cause of basement water problems.  Roof water overflows and accumulates around the foundation.  If this happens, basement leaks may be moments away, and excess water against the foundation can weaken the footings and lead to cracks. 
2. Rotted Wood:  When gutters have debris piled up above the flashing or shingle line, the debris can hold moisture on the fascia board.  The moisture can also affect the roof sheathing and framing beyond the fascia.  The debris acts like a wick and brings water in the bottom of the gutter up to the fascia.  Many homeowners have spent THOUSANDS of dollars replacing rotted wood that an inexpensive professional gutter cleaning by Action Gutter could have prevented. 
3. Animals and Wood Destroying Insects:  Lack of cleaning will also cause water to pond in areas dammed by debris.  This condition is ideal for breeding mosquitoes. Bugs love moisture.  Plants, birds, insects and even mice will make a home in gutter debris.  
4. Sagging Driveways:  Clogged gutters and downspouts can also cause driveway and walkways to sag and crack. 

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