Home Maintenance Checklist: Transition from Summer to Fall

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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.