Winter is already gone, so the first signs of the spring can be already seen almost everywhere in the northern hemisphere.
I’m sure that you are happy that the cold season is gone, because now you are ready for warmer temperatures, the song of the walkways, spring flowers and of course, for spring cleaning.
If you are ready to welcome the spring in your yard, what about your house?
Tips To Bring Your Home’s Exterior in Shape For Spring
From the beginning you need to know that prepping your home for spring will require the use of a ladder.
If you are not comfortable using a ladder, you can’t do much in this case, so you should consider hiring a professional.
However, if you don’t have a problem working with the ladder, you will start your work from top to bottom.
1. Check the Roof
Start with the roof, and look for worn, curled, cracked or even missing tiles or shingles.
Don’t forget that the roof is the most vulnerable part of your house, so if there is a hole in the roof (even a small one), or maybe you have a cracked tile or shingle, all these things are entry points for wind and rain, which can ruin your home and your possessions.
If you don’t see anything suspicious on your roof, but you have some moisture in the attic, you should call an expert to check and repair your roof.
2. Check the Gutters, the Fascia board and the Soffit board
Start by cleaning the gutters and the downspouts of any leaves or debris and make sure that the gutters are stable to properly drain the water.
Examine the fascia board and also the soffit board to see if they’re in good shape, because if these boards have become soft or are rotting, they will allow rain to enter your attic or even the interior walls of the house.
3. Check Your Siding and Trim
Another important thing to do for your home’s exterior is to inspect your siding and trim for any damage done by the winter weather.
If you find any rotting siding or trim consider hiring an expert for a professional repair, or if you know what are you doing, try to replace the damaged materials by yourself.
4. Painting the Exterior of Your House
If the color of your exterior walls is faded, you should consider painting your home’s exterior.
This is a job that should be performed by professionals to be sure that everything is done properly.
If you live in Denver, you can use the services provided by a professional exterior painting contractor.
What are the advantages when hiring an exterior painting contractor?
You get a fixed price, you will work with a highly experienced team that will keep you informed throughout the project, and you will also get complimentary color consultation provided by a Sherwin Williams representative.
Conclusion
You know that every year, millions of dollars are lost in damages done by water in homes that lack the regular maintenance of the outside walls and roof.
Keeping your roof in a very good shape will save you thousands every year, but if you decide to paint your home’s exterior to freshen it up, you will manage to impress even your neighbors.
I like that you mentioned that one of the advantages of hiring painting contractors is that I can guarantee that there is a fixed price for the job.
I’m thinking about getting a minor home renovation soon because I just realized that my house looks a bit too gloomy and faded compared to the other homes in the neighborhood. I think getting a fresh coat of paint would make my house look more lively and not seem like it has been collecting smoke residue whenever I feel like barbecuing outdoors.