Spring Maintenance Tips to Protect Your Home | Property Casualty360

Check your roof for damage

Inspect your roof for snow or ice damage and make any necessary repairs to prevent leaks. If you have a skylight, note any accumulated debris or leaves and remove them. You should also check your headliner for signs of leakage.

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Set up outdoor equipment

Make sure your lawn mowers, tractors or other equipment are adjusted before using them for the first time in the season. Lawn and garden oil and gas and all associated tools should always be stored in a well-ventilated, enclosed area.

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Check your outlets

Inspect all outlets in your home for potential fire hazards, such as B. Frayed cables. Remember that extension cords and power strips should be used sporadically and should not be left plugged in all the time.

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Check the water supply for leaks

After opening the external water valves, check the components for leaks. Don't forget to check the internal plumbing components as well.

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Clean the vents on your dryer

Lint build-up can cause harmful dryer fires. Clean lint from your dryer vent tube and around the duct. You should also clean the dryer exhaust duct and the bottom of the dryer. Of course, don't forget to empty the lint filter regularly as well.

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Check your smoke detectors

There should be a smoke alarm on every floor of your home and now is a good time to check that all batteries are working and that the alarms are in good condition. You should also check the condition of the fire extinguishers in your home to make sure they are working when needed.

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Level up your tickets

Uneven walkways can cause unnecessary injury. Fill in cracks, holes or broken spots in your driveway and driveway to prevent your family and guests from falling off.

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inspect trees

Visually inspect all trees on your property for broken branches and remove them along with dead trees. These can fall down and cause damage in strong winds.

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Contact your insurer

Call your insurance agent and tell them about any improvements or upgrades you've made to your home in the past year. This is a good time to do a new home inventory to make sure your policy has the right amount of coverage.

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There are few things more satisfying than a good spring cleaning. As the weather finally warms up, it's important not only to take stock of the clutter around your home, but also to take steps to protect your own home .

This is the time to assess any damage that may or may not have been repaired during the winter months. Spring often brings with it a greater risk of extreme weather , and taking care of routine repairs and maintenance can help minimize the risk of avoidable damage to your home.

The slideshow above explains the steps you can take to care for and protect your home with tips from Travelers Insurance .

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