Despite winter sticking around longer than usual this year, warmer weather is on the way. You’re probably more than ready to get outside and feel the sunshine on your skin, but is your home prepared to take on the changes spring and summer bring? The home insurance providers at Cundiff & Company Insurance, have several maintenance tips for residents of Somerset, KY, to ensure their property is safe, even when temperatures heat up.

4 Tips to Prepare Your Home for Spring & Summer

1. Inspect & Repair the Exterior

Heavy snow and ice put your roof and gutters through the ringer each winter. Since strong winds, heavy rains, and hail usually accompany warm weather, have your roof inspected and make any repairs before summer storms hit. Also, get your gutters cleaned out and ensure they’re securely attached. Don’t forget to examine the exterior walls of your home for peeling paint or damaged siding, as these can lead to wood rot, mold, and other problems.

2. Check the Attic & Basement

To avoid a home insurance claim for a flooded basement, carefully inspect it for cracks where water could get in. Do the same in your attic, and also look for any signs of wildlife since animals may have come inside to escape winter’s chill. Seal up any openings to keep critters out and the cool air inside.

3. Test the AC & Other Outdoor Equipment

The heat of summer can come on quick, and you don’t want to find yourself without air conditioning. Check your AC and make any necessary repairs before the heat of summer sets in. Now is also the perfect time to test other outdoor equipment, like gas grills, lawn mowers, and trimmers. Making repairs now will ensure these items are ready to go when you need them.

4. Take Inventory

Whether you plan to do some spring cleaning or not, it’s a good idea to take inventory of your belongings, particularly expensive electronics like TVs and computers. Keeping a list ensures you have proof of each particular item and its value if they are damaged or stolen and you need to file a home insurance claim to replace them. You can do this the old-fashioned way with pen and paper, create a spreadsheet, or choose from several different apps.

Warmer weather brings outdoor fun like bike rides and barbecues, but it also comes with a lot of risks due to storms. In addition to the above maintenance tips, now is also a good time to evaluate your home insurance policy to ensure you have sufficient coverage. The insurance agents at Cundiff & Company Insurance will review your plan with you and find additional ways to save. Learn more about the company and the products they offer online, or call (606) 679-8379 to speak with an agent.