Summer is the Ideal Time for Home Improvement
Summer is the Ideal Time for Home Improvement
If you’re a homeowner then you’re probably already aware that keeping your property in top condition can prove an expensive business. Therefore, it’s always wise to perform a little home improvement to minimise the risk of problems occurring down the line. You don’t need to a be a DIY expert to be able to complete most of these tasks, as a little bit of know-how can see you through – though it’s always wise to have a first aid kit handy as even with the best-laid plans accidents can happen. Here are a few things we think are worth doing this summer:
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Check your roof and guttering
With the long, cold winter just gone your roof may have taken a bit of a hammering. Therefore, it’s worth checking now before weather conditions take a turn for the worse again if any damage has been caused. Make sure it and your guttering is free of any debris and looks in good enough condition to see it through another season of rain, ice and – more than likely – a bit of snow. If you’re unsure about anything then don’t be afraid to consult an expert for a second opinion – it could save you cash in the long run.
Give your walls a lick of paint
When the weather is fine, it’s far easier to open your windows and doors and give the house a good airing. So with that in mind, now is an ideal time to freshen up your place with a lick of paint. This needn’t prove a particularly expensive process if you’re happy to put a neutral tone in several rooms and if you do want to make one room stand out a bit then consider painting one wall in a different shade.
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Have a clean up
The clean, fresh air of a summer day is a great chance to give your property a scrub from top to bottom. If nothing else the additional natural light provided by summer helps to shop up dust and dirt, so give your windows a clean, shake out rugs, mop surfaces and skirting boards and – if necessary – steam clean your furniture. If you’re environmentally conscious then you could even make your own cleaning products. You’ll be thankful for having made the effort when temperatures outside are low and you have a nice clean home to stay warm in.
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Clear out old stuff
Most of us have items lying around that we haven’t used in some time. So rather than leaving them to gather dust why not see if someone else can make use of them? It could even leave you with a few extra pounds in your pocket.
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