Winters don’t hold back when it comes to decks and patios. Snow can wear down and peel away deck finishes. The best maintenance you can do is to protect your deck boards by staining or painting every couple of years. Also, check deck posts where they contact the ground for signs of rotting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

7 Air Conditioners<\/strong> <\/h4>\n\n\n\n

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Chances are that if you missed a spring check-up on your air conditioner, it may not work as well as it could. Over the winter months, dirt and debris may clog the cooling fins. A low coolant level, a dirty blower fan filter, and a number of other simple problems can significantly reduce the efficiency of your AC condenser and wear it out faster. You can’t do everything – only a pro can check the coolant level.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

8 Concrete surfaces<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

 Again, over the winter months with the ground movements, cracks and unevenness in concrete surfaces can occur. Smaller cracks can be repaired using the right silicone with proper preparation. The bigger they get, it becomes a harder chore to repair and professionals might have to be called in.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the case of selling the property, the cracks on the concrete can be an eyesore to prospective buyers. This can be the first thing potential buyers see and that can set a negative tone to them viewing your home.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

9 Painting<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

\u00a0Quality painting not only contributes to home curb appeal but also forms a protective barrier against the year-round elements. Check all exposed areas around the home and yard including window sills, decks, fences, and other exterior surfaces.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

10 Survey the Landscaping<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Check in the yard for low-lying areas and add additional soil to prevent water from pooling. Look at all the bushes and trees and trim as necessary. Sometimes there is winter kill in lawns so hitting those areas early makes for great looking lawn as well. If you have a sprinkler system – you will want to check it for leaks, damaged sprinkler heads, and leaky valves.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Now is the time for spring clean-up and then enjoy the work you have completed! We hope you found this article helpful.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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