{"id":20635,"date":"2017-03-07T09:43:39","date_gmt":"2017-03-07T09:43:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.garbuttdumas.ca\/?p=20635"},"modified":"2020-04-16T19:38:26","modified_gmt":"2020-04-16T19:38:26","slug":"7-exterior-spring-maintenance-tips-home","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.garbuttdumas.ca\/2017\/03\/07\/7-exterior-spring-maintenance-tips-home\/","title":{"rendered":"7 exterior spring maintenance tips for your home"},"content":{"rendered":"

It may be hard to believe, but spring is just around the corner! (In fact, some might say it should have been here already!) And after such a rough winter<\/a>, you can be sure there\u2019s going to be some exterior spring maintenance for your home you\u2019ll want to attend to as the temperatures warm up!
\n1. Roof<\/strong>: Inspect your roof. With all the snow and ice we had this year, you want to make sure your roof weathered the weather! If you\u2019re uncomfortable with climbing a ladder, stand back and scan your roof with binoculars. Look for cracked or missing shingles, and\u00a0a buildup of debris.
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Leaves and needles left on the roof can eventually damage the shingles.<\/figcaption><\/figure>
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\n2. Gutters<\/strong>: Check the gutters (Yes, this exterior spring maintenance tip will require climbing a ladder). Look for damage like cracks or gaps in seams. Clean out debris like leaves and pine needles. Run water from a hose to make sure there\u2019s no leaks and the downspout is draining properly.
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Climb a ladder to check the gutters and clean them of leaves and other debris that may have accumulated through the stormy winter and fall.<\/figcaption><\/figure>
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\n3. Siding<\/strong>:\u00a0 Clean the siding. That will prevent mould from taking hold. If the exterior of your home is wood, inspect it for weathering and peeling paint because those could invite rot. Touch up and repaint as needed. If your home is brick, look for cracks in the mortar where water may have penetrated and expanded and contracted as it froze and thawed. If you can slide a coin into a crack, it needs to be fixed. The same applies to your foundation.
\n4. Windows and doors<\/strong>: Inspect the seals and caulking around windows and doors. Scrape out any old, deteriorating caulk and then recaulk.
\n5. Decks, stairs and porches<\/strong>: Check them for damage or deterioration like loose planks or broken railings. Wood that is exposed to the elements should be treated and resealed every 4-6 years. If your deck or patio is stone or concrete, clean off the winter\u2019s grime and check for debris and plant growth between the stones. Hosing it off will also give you a chance to check for settling that may allow water to pool or not drain properly.
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Inspect and clean the deck as part of your annual exterior spring maintenance.<\/figcaption><\/figure>
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\nOnce the deck or patio is clean, bring out the patio furniture from storage and get it ready for the outdoor season. After all, those lazy sunny afternoons in the lounger are going to be your payoff for your exterior spring maintenance.<\/p>\n

Check your driveway<\/h4>\n

6. Driveway<\/strong>. You know all those potholes in the streets that have been rattling your teeth? They\u2019re caused by water penetrating the asphalt and expanding then contracting during freezes and thaws. We had no shortage of those this winter. So, as part of your exterior spring maintenance for your home, check your driveway for growing cracks and fissures. You\u2019ll want to seal any cracks you find so they don\u2019t get bigger and become a real problem.
\n7. The Yard<\/strong>. Rake the grass of fallen leaves and branches. Clean dead flowers and shrubs from the gardens. Trim back bushes and trees. Drain planters of any standing water, or they could become a breeding ground for mosquitoes. And don\u2019t forget to check all those outdoor garden tools like the lawnmower, so they\u2019re ready to go when the serious gardening season hits full stride.
\nTry not to think of exterior spring maintenance as a chore. As the weather warms up and dries up, it\u2019s a nice way to get outside, commune with your home, maybe even trade winter survival stories with your neighbours. Enjoy!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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