Home Maintenance Checklist: Transition from Summer to Fall

August Home Maintenance Checklist

Why it matters: August is the time to prep your home and community for the seasonal shift from summer to fall. Tackling these tasks now prevents bigger issues later.

  1. Landscape Care:

    • Why: Keep lawns green and healthy during the dry, hot months.

    • Do: Adjust sprinkler schedules, prune trees and shrubs, and weed regularly.

  2. Irrigation Check:

    • Why: Avoid water waste and ensure plants get what they need.

    • Do: Fix leaks, clean clogged heads, and fine-tune watering schedules.

  3. Exterior Inspection:

    • Why: Protect your home from the elements and save on repairs.

    • Do: Touch up paint, inspect roofs, and clean gutters.

  4. Pest Control:

    • Why: Keep homes and communal areas pest-free.

    • Do: Schedule treatments to tackle late-summer pests.

  5. Pool Maintenance:

    • Why: Ensure a safe and inviting pool area.

    • Do: Clean regularly and balance chemicals.

  6. HVAC Service:

    • Why: Boost efficiency and stay cool as the heat continues.

    • Do: Replace filters and schedule a professional check-up.

  7. Fire Safety:

    • Why: Reduce wildfire risk during California’s dry season.

    • Do: Trim vegetation and maintain defensible space.

  8. Driveway and Walkway Repairs:

    • Why: Prevent small issues from becoming big problems.

    • Do: Fix cracks and damage before the rainy season.

Taking care of these now keeps our community looking great and functioning smoothly as fall approaches.

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