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Ways To Prepare Your Home For Spring

Posted on | by The Bosworth Company Kerrville

The spring-like weather we’ve had lately sure makes us ready for spring! With the spring season less than a month away, it is time to start preparing your home (and the systems within it) for the change in weather. Check out our ways to prepare your home for spring!

Fill The Low Spots

Find the low spots in your yard and fill them with compacted soil. Spring rains can cause yard flooding which can lead to foundation damage. Also, when water collects in these low areas, it creates a breeding ground for insects (and no one wants those mosquitos swarming around!)

Check The Roof

From the ground, examine your roof for missing/damaged shingles. Snow and ice can really do a number to your roof. If you do notice significant damage, you may want to contact your insurance company and consider replacement before the start of spring/summer.

Inspect Concrete

Inspect exterior concrete slabs for cracks. All exterior slabs (with the exception of pool decks) should drain away from the home’s foundation. Fill cracks with concrete crack filler or silicone caulk, power wash, and seal.

Move Firewood

If you stored firewood near your home during winter, you need to remove it. Firewood should always be stored at least 2 feet away and 18 inches off the ground.

Check Faucets

Check the exterior hose faucets for freeze damage. Turn the faucet on and place your thumb under the spout. If you can stop the flow of water with your thumb, that means that the pipe inside is damaged.

Professional Clean & Check

It is always best to have a HVAC professional come out to inspect your outdoor AC unit. More than likely, it will need to be cleaned and serviced. Clean coils not only keep your unit operating at maximum efficiency, but it also extends the life of your unit (saving money in the long run)!

At The Bosworth Company, our concern is your comfort. Before the start of spring, contact us to schedule a spring clean and check for only $109! Ensure your system is operating efficiently and effectively for the spring and summer seasons.