AND THAT’S A WRAP!

And That’s a Wrap on Summer 2022!

Labour Day Weekend signals the unofficial end of summer! Camps and vacations have been locked into memories and the excitement of back to school is everywhere. Our strength as a team at The Impact Realty Group allowed each of us to enjoy some summer fun and spend some memory making time with our own families. In return, our clients always had the benefit of someone ready to help at any time. As they say, “Teamwork makes the dream work.”

Setting our sights towards the Fall season, it is time to look at our yard work and home maintenance that needs to get done – it feels like only yesterday we were doing our spring chores. Maintaining your house is the best way to keep it running smoothly and “sale-ready”. Here is a list of fall cleanup tips from Tarion – experts in home warranty protection. This list should keep you busy until it’s time to get out the Holiday decorations.

Fall Home Maintenance Checklist

September

Check exterior finishes for signs of deterioration (peeling paint, loose siding, cracks)
Check garage door tracks and lubricate bearings
Check caulking around windows and doors for air and water leaks
Seed the lawn
Inspect fireplace and chimney dampers, clean if necessary
Check basement or crawl spaces for leaks or moisture
Have humidifier, furnace and (heat recovery ventilator) HRV serviced
Clean and test clothes dryer vent
Check and reset ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI)
Test smoke alarms and carbon monoxide detectors

October

Check windows and screens for cracks or separations
Drain exterior water lines
Check roof including shingles and flashing and ensure vents are sealed properly
Check weather stripping for damage or wear
Check sealing around windows and doors for air or water leaks
Test septic system and clean if necessary
Winterize landscaping and remove leaves
Clean or replace furnace filter
Check and clean the heat recovery ventilator (HRV); wash or replace the filter;
Clean water heater
Shut off exterior water supply
Check eavestroughs and downspouts for debris
Clean humidifier and check for condensation and proper humidity levels
Check and reset ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI)
Test smoke alarms and carbon monoxide detectors

November

Clean or replace furnace filter
Check and clean the heat recovery ventilator (HRV); wash or replace the filter;
Check for condensation and humidity
Check and reset ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI)
Test smoke alarms and carbon monoxide detectors
Inspect floor drains to ensure trap is filled with water

Completing these tasks will go a long way towards maintaining your home’s value. Although summer doesn’t officially end until September 22^nd, the Impact Realty Group are looking forward to the Autumn season and hope you all enjoy a warm and sunny fall.