Top Spring Maintenance Tasks To Protect Your Home After Winter
Here’s a glimpse of what you’ll learn:
- [1:47] Spring maintenance tasks homeowners should prioritize, including sump pumps, window screens, and gutter cleaning
- [3:40] Signs of winter roof damage and what homeowners should look for during inspections
- [6:03] The importance of inspecting basements and foundations for moisture after winter snow and rain
- [9:47] How draining sediment from a hot water heater improves efficiency and lifespan
- [12:48] Testing HVAC and AC systems before warmer weather to avoid summer breakdowns
- [15:35] Anthony Mound’s top spring maintenance priorities for homeowners
In this episode…
Spring is a great time to open the windows, enjoy warmer weather, and get your home ready for the months ahead. Yet after a long winter of snow, freezing temperatures, and heavy moisture, many homes have hidden issues waiting to surface. What simple maintenance steps can homeowners take now to prevent costly repairs later?
Plumbing and HVAC expert Anthony Mound recommends starting with the basics. This includes testing your sump pump before spring rains arrive, since a malfunction can quickly lead to basement flooding. Anthony also suggests clearing gutters so rainwater flows away from the house, checking appliance hoses for cracks caused by winter temperature swings, and inspecting outdoor faucets for freeze damage once the water is turned back on. By tackling these simple checks early, homeowners can prevent larger issues and gain peace of mind heading into warmer months.
In this episode of Everyday Comfort, Chad Franzen of Rise25 hosts Anthony Mound, Owner of Trust 1 Services, to discuss spring home maintenance. Anthony explains how cleaning gutters prevents water damage, how testing HVAC systems early helps avoid summer breakdowns, and why homeowners should check sump pumps and outdoor plumbing before seasonal rains.
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Quotable Moments:
- “You want to clean out your gutters because wind and snow drag stuff on your roof.”
- “You don’t want that moisture to get into your house. You don’t want mold.”
- “You want to use the no-burst hoses. So those can prevent a lot of those issues.”
- “You want to definitely make sure your sump pump is working before it starts raining outside.”
- “Calling someone in the middle of July is going to be harder to get an air conditioning provider.”
Action Steps:
- Test your sump pump before spring rains: A functioning sump pump helps prevent basement flooding during heavy rain or snowmelt. Testing it early ensures it works properly before water levels rise.
- Clean and inspect your gutters: Clearing debris allows rainwater to flow away from your home instead of backing up into the roof or walls. Regular gutter maintenance helps prevent leaks, mold growth, and structural damage.
- Inspect your roof for winter damage: Snow, ice dams, and temperature swings can weaken shingles or expose underlying materials. Catching these issues early can prevent expensive repairs later.
- Flush sediment from your hot water heater: Sediment buildup reduces efficiency and takes up space in the tank, limiting hot water capacity. Draining the tank helps extend the unit’s lifespan and maintain performance.
- Check appliance hoses and outdoor plumbing: Winter temperature changes can cause hoses and pipes to crack or deteriorate. Inspecting them in spring helps prevent unexpected leaks and costly water damage.
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