{"id":322,"date":"2019-09-19T10:00:37","date_gmt":"2019-09-19T15:00:37","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.nomoreseams.com\/blog\/?p=322"},"modified":"2019-09-18T07:50:24","modified_gmt":"2019-09-18T12:50:24","slug":"end-of-summer-home-exterior-maintenance-checklist","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.nomoreseams.com\/blog\/2019\/09\/19\/end-of-summer-home-exterior-maintenance-checklist\/","title":{"rendered":"End of Summer Home Exterior Maintenance Checklist"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.nomoreseams.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/House_SSE_1024x683-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"end of summer home exterior maintenance\" class=\"wp-image-323\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.nomoreseams.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/House_SSE_1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.nomoreseams.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/House_SSE_1024x683-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.nomoreseams.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/House_SSE_1024x683-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>We still have a while before the\ntemperatures drop enough for you to turn on the furnace and bundle up, but why\nnot get ahead of the winter prepping game? Start with our end of summer home\nexterior maintenance checklist, and you\u2019ll be good to go before the leaves even\nbegin to fall. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4><strong>Review<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>First, survey your home for damage\nand general wear and tear: <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Inspect siding, roofs,\ngutters, windows, and doors for cracks, peeling, and missing materials. <\/li><li>Check for broken\nflashing seals around vents and chimneys on the roof.<\/li><li>Look for sagging or\ndisconnected gutter sections along the roof edges.<\/li><li>Examine the ground\nalong your home\u2019s foundation for broken fasteners or roof granules.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Instead of climbing a ladder for a DIY remedy, trust a <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nomoreseams.com\/\" target=\"_blank\">professional home exterior remodeling contractor<\/a> to <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nomoreseams.com\/roofing\/repairs\" target=\"_blank\">patch up your roof<\/a>, <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nomoreseams.com\/gutters\" target=\"_blank\">fix broken gutters<\/a>, and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nomoreseams.com\/seamless-siding\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\">repair siding<\/a> if you notice any problems when you inspect your home this fall.\u00a0\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4><strong>Reclaim<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Don\u2019t let your roof and gutters\nbecome victims of foliage, dead or alive. Overhanging branches can scrape up\nand wear out your shingles or break off in a storm and puncture the roof. Needles\nfrom shedding pine trees can build up on the roof and retain moisture,\nhindering your home\u2019s drainage system. Remove accumulating dead foliage and trim\nback low-hanging branches to prevent roof damage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Your gutters and downspouts can become clogged with leaves, roofing grit, feathers, trash, pinecones, needles, acorns, and more. Debris will weigh the gutters down and cause water to pool and overflow, settling near your home\u2019s foundation. Consider <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nomoreseams.com\/gutters\" target=\"_blank\">LEAFAWAY\u00ae gutter protection<\/a> from your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nomoreseams.com\/gutters\/gutters-service-area\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\">Minnesota clog-free gutter professionals<\/a>, so you never have to worry about cleaning your gutters again. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4><strong>Reapply<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Caulk is a waterproof filler used\nto seal joints in and around shutters, rail systems, window panels and frames,\nand doors. Every homeowner should repair dry and cracked or loose caulk to\neliminate air leaks and prevent water damage. If you can fit a nickel in\nbetween the gaps of the siding and window or door frames, you should reapply\ncaulk. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Other openings, such as gaps\nbetween movable building components, may require weatherstripping. Check your\ndoor thresholds and window sides and sashes to see if the rubber or metal is\ndamaged. Replace missing or worn weatherstripping around windows and doors to\nkeep the elements out and the conditioned air in.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4><strong>Replace<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Home improvements are a big\u2014yet worthwhile\u2014investment. According to the <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.energy.gov\/eere\/why-energy-efficiency-upgrades\" target=\"_blank\">United States Department of Energy<\/a>, the average American spends $200 to $400 every year on wasted energy that is lost through drafts, air leaks, and outdated HVAC systems. Properly installed <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nomoreseams.com\/windows-doors\" target=\"_blank\">energy efficient windows and doors<\/a> can reduce heat and cooling loss. Contact your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nomoreseams.com\/windows-doors\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\">Minneapolis\/St. Paul window replacement contractor<\/a> to install new ones and lower your energy bills. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A roof, siding, and gutter replacement could increase resell value, boost your home\u2019s curb appeal, and maximize energy efficiency. <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nomoreseams.com\/seamless-siding\/why-seamless-siding\" target=\"_blank\">Seamless steel siding<\/a> is one of the most weather-resistant, low maintenance, and environmentally friendly materials in the home siding industry. Check with Spotless &amp; Seamless Exteriors, your <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nomoreseams.com\/about-us\/meet-our-team\" target=\"_blank\">local steel siding contractor<\/a>, to see what styles and colors are available. Review our blog about <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nomoreseams.com\/blog\/2019\/07\/09\/when-to-consider-a-new-roof\/\" target=\"_blank\">when to consider a new roof<\/a> or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nomoreseams.com\/blog\/2019\/06\/20\/when-to-replace-your-gutters\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\">replace gutters<\/a> if you are having trouble making a decision.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Spotless &amp; Seamless Exteriors can handle any of your home exterior remodeling needs. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nomoreseams.com\/contact-us\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\">Contact us<\/a> for a free estimate.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>We still have a while before the temperatures drop enough for you to turn on the furnace and bundle up, but why not get ahead of the winter prepping game? 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