Whether you’re in an apartment or house, it seems that there’s a never-ending list of home-related to-dos. Since summer doesn’t get too sweltering here in Chicago (thank goodness), it’s a great time of year to accomplish a mixture of indoor and outdoor tasks that need to get done!
We’ve compiled a list of home maintenance tasks that you can knock out this summer. Be on the lookout for a fall, winter, and spring edition throughout the year!
Inside:
- Test smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detectors
- Clean out the dryer vent and exhaust duct
- Replace air filters
- Remove showerheads and clean sediments
- Wash interior of windows and window wells
- Clean and switch fans to run counterclockwise
- Update and restock first aid kit
- Deep clean bathroom closets
- Rotate mattresses
Outside:
- Wash windows and window screens
- Power wash sidewalks and siding
- Repair and repaint chipped or peeling paint
- Power wash and reseal your deck
- Have your driveway resealed every other year
- Schedule any necessary maintenance on your HVAC system
- Mulch your garden beds
- Clean gutters
As an added bonus, here’s a list of monthly to-dos for a clean, well-run home!
- Flea/tick and heartworm medicine for pets
- Deep clean refrigerator
- Clean coffee maker, dishwasher, and washing machine with a vinegar cycle
- Wash throw blankets
- Clean garbage disposal with the ice method
- Wash out trash cans
- Vacuum couch and chairs
- Wash shower curtain and liner
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