Florida Home Maintenance Tips for April
By Lois Marris
Are you ready for a summer full of fun in the sun? Before you dive in, take a moment to make sure your home is ready too! We've put together a checklist of important tasks to ensure your home is prepared for the hot Florida summer months. From checking your HVAC system to maintaining your outdoor equipment, this guide will help you breeze through the season with ease. So grab a cold drink, put on your sunscreen, and let's get started! First up, let's make sure your home stays cool and comfortable with a quick HVAC system check.
Check Your HVAC System
Hot Florida summers are just around the corner! Now is the time to clean the filter and have the bi-annual check of your HVAC system. You’ will thank yourself when your AC is running smooth and cool in June. And July. And August. And September. And Oct…
Test Your GFCI Outlets!
Did you know that pushing the “test” button on your GFCI outlets on a monthly basis helps extend their lifespan? GFCI outlets are usually found near water sources such as sinks, showers, etc. but they are in places (garage) too. Go ahead! Go around the house this month and push the test buttons. You should here a pop and the power is no longer running to the outlet. To restore power to the outlet, press the reset button. Good job!
Schedule Pool Maintenance
Ensure your pool is being properly maintained to avoid costly repairs. Consider hiring a pool guy. What’s that? You don’t have a pool? Happily, we can help with that: Ponte Vedra Beach Homes for sale with a pool.
Ensure Your Sprinklers are being Properly Maintained
Test your sprinkler system to ensure it is functional and running well. Call your favorite sprinkler service company to make any repairs because summer is going to give that system a good workout.
Maintain your Other Equipment
Check your lawn mower, weed whackers, trimmers and golf carts to be sure they are in good condition for the upcoming months. There are an astonishing number of golf-cart related fires started in Florida garages every year. Perhaps you could live on a golf course and use their carts instead: Find Ponte Vedra Beach Golf Communities. Don’t forget to clean your outdoor shed and garage areas of flammables such as oily rags.
Enjoy Summer!
And there you have it, folks! By following these simple steps, you'll be able to enjoy your summer without any unexpected home-related hiccups. Now, go out and have some fun in the sun! Whether you're hitting the beach, lounging by the pool, or simply enjoying some well-deserved downtime, you can do so with the peace of mind that comes from knowing your home is in tip-top shape. So put on your favorite sunglasses, crank up the tunes, and let the good times roll!