Warm breezy summers are probably the time we venture outdoors, the pools are set up and a fun time with kids is something we look forward to. The barbeque parties are held full-fledged on the lawn and a great deal of socialisation takes place within the circle.
The guests keep coming in and we engage in cool water sports.
But as the summer starts retreating it is good for us to prepare for the monsoons and the harsh winters on the way. The damage control measures are needed to be done and both the indoor and the outdoors should be repaired and cleaned up before the downpour begins.
The necessary steps to ensure that your house is in order post a summer season can be briefly listed below. So check out the ways to shower some love over your abode of happiness and comfort.
Outdoor Measures for Squeaky clean lawns
The garden space can get littered with all the outdoor activities conducted during the summer vacations. Children could be having pool parties and adults may get engaged in frequent barbeque sessions. Quite naturally the greenery and the surroundings may suffer damage. The barbeque outlet and the grills could emit an extensive amount of heat and as a result, the nearby grasses can suffer burns.
One needs to get into the shoes of a gardener or hire one to restore the natural beauty of the lawn. For example, if the grassy patch can be recovered one should try to incorporate chemicals and fertilisers to grow them again. Sometimes only the tips may be burned out so in that case trimming the lost tips can help them grow back again. If the destruction is severe, one should plant new seeds of small bushes to cover up the bare patch of ground. In either case, sprinklers and pipes should be employed to water the garden from time to time. A sufficient supply of water and fertilisers can restore the disrupted area tots original state again.
The broken sheds which were out of maintenance for months need to be mended. In the case of heavy showers, this may be the reason for a leaking roof. In the long run, it may also damage the walls completely. The water will seep in and weaken the foundation of the house. So make sure you get your toolbox ready after a refreshing summer to climb up the roof and fix the holes and broken edges.
Troubleshooting inside the house
Once the repair work is under control for the lawn and garden area, we need to focus on the insides of the house. You need to look around for signs of damage. It is quite likely that the patio will need some fixings. Make sure that you bolt in the screws well into the woods. The wooden planks should not jut out in places as this can result in accidents. To avoid falling, call up a carpenter to mend the slabs and repaint them. A coat of varnish can prevent the growth of moulds in the following wet season.
If the wall paints have chipped off, this is high time you fill in the gaps. Otherwise painting in the monsoon is not advisable as the paint takes a longer duration to dry up.
Moreover, the plumbers are also needed to check whether the geysers are functioning properly or not. This is because a long summer meant heating items were not usually being used. For instance, the fireplace in the drawing-room should be dusted and cleared up if you're waiting for long cold winters. You can get the electric room heaters checked by mechanics just to make sure it's working efficiently. The end of summer should be the right time for you to clean the storehouse on the lawn. Get it cleaned before life gets busy after the vacation is over. It might have accumulated dust and filthy moulds.
The pantry also needs some cleaning. Store the excess surplus goods in airtight containers and boxes. Spray insect repellent and antimicrobial agents to prevent the growth of fungi during the upcoming damp season. It is time you wash the bedding and the cushion covers, bulky curtains once and for all before it gets difficult to dry them up in moist climatic conditions. Disinfectant the house and its furniture which are clumsy and dirty after all the meetups and hanging around with guest sessions. The floor should also be looked after. If you are having carpets to cover up the ground, send them for a wash or thoroughly vacuum clean them.
You can also send them to laundry shops for dry washing and effective clearance of accumulated germs on them. And if it is a hardwood floor, you again need to call in the carpenter just in case there is some issue. Faulty wires and electricity connections lines should immediately be repaired under the supervision of technicians and experts. The chances of short circuiting are high during the monsoon months. So do not risk your life over poor maintenance of power supply lines at your home.