August may be here, but there’s plenty of summer left to get out and spruce up your Columbus, OH home! Before we move into Back to School and the busyness of fall, take some time to maintain your indoor and outdoor spaces in preparation for the coming months. Here’s a checklist to help you prioritize the features that need tending at your piece of Columbus real estate.
Remove Pest Magnets
You might not think of them as pest magnets, but yard waste, tools, toys, lumber, and ladders outside your Columbus, OH area home may attract them. Spend an hour circling the outside and detailing anything not in its proper place or items touching the siding. Donate, discard, or store items you’ve removed from your yard and you won’t have the headache of pest removal later when the weather is not so nice.
Firewood is a common hiding place for pests and while it may fit nicely on the side of your home, it creates a home for spiders and invites them inside yours. So, if you burn firewood make sure it’s stacked neatly away from the home. Also, cleaning out underneath of your deck frees up any comfy spaces that may look promising to outdoor critters like raccoons and rodents.
Treat the Lawn
One of the first things you may have noticed when buying a house in Columbus is the front yard or curb appeal— so take care of yours now. The best thing you can do for your lawn is to mow frequently and set your blades high. It will train the grass to grow in thickly, discourage weeds from growing. And don’t forget to edge the curb, sidewalks and driveway for that crisp look!
Clean Sink Drains
It’s best to take care of your plumbing now as opposed to the coming months. If you have a slow-draining sink, take care of it now. You can clear the blockage with equal parts baking soda, vinegar and salt followed by hot water, or if that doesn’t work— clean out the U-shaped trap under the sink. You should also take the time now to check for leaky faucets and install new fixtures or gaskets if necessary.
There’s still plenty of summer left to enjoy, but by ensuring your Columbus area home is up to par, you’ll have more time to relax and less home projects and maintenance to worry about as we press on toward the cooler months. Not a homeowner yet? Let Buyer’s Resource Realty teach you the ins and outs of Buying a Home Like a Pro with our FREE e-book so you’re prepared when the time comes to start your home search and find the perfect homes available in Ohio.
Andrew Show
Broker, CEBA, CEBA-M, CNE, CSP, ABR-M, e-PRO, GREEN
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