Spring arrives with a warm welcome! For those who've been trapped inside their homes and avoiding the cold, now is the time to conduct some home maintenance that will help you avoid big repair bills later on. Start with these 10 tasks to get your home in good shape.
Also when living in the Sierra Mountains one thing to keep in mind is how much snow your roof can handle.
What are the warning signs that there may be too much snow on my roof or deck?
If you notice any of these warning signs please consider contacting a snow removal company, and/or obtaining a professional opinion from a civil or structural engineer. If you decide to shovel, take appropriate precautions to avoid slipping and shedding snow hazards, and make sure someone knows where you are and can assist you if you become injured or stuck. If you can safely do so, shovel the entire roof or deck rather than just one side or portion, as uneven snow removal can create an unbalanced load situation and increase loads on adjacent portions of the structure.
Inspect caulking and replace if deteriorating. Scrape out all of the eroding caulk and re caulk needed area. As well as inspect stain on home and patio. Touch up as needed or maybe restain altogther.
Clean screening and check for holes. Gently scrub on a flat surface with soapy water. Also, patch small holes as needed. If holes are bigger than a quarter, that is plenty of room for bugs to climb in. Patch holes or replace the screen. Save bad screen to patch holes next year. Tighten or repair any loose or damaged frames and repaint. Replace broken, worn, or missing hardware. Wind can ruin screens and frames if they are allowed flap and move so make sure they are securely fastened. Tighten and lubricate door hinges and closers.
Flush tank and clean burner area. For tank less hot water heaters a heat exchange flushing and combustion cleaning should be completed.