As you know that summer season in Dubai is really hard, so everyone needs some special home maintenance this season. The temperatures are increasing and the sun is blazing. It’s very important that you give some time to maintain your home this summer and to prepare it for the intense heat that you could be facing in Dubai. Check Hyper Fixes tips for summer home maintenance in Dubai that help you a lot.
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Tips for Indoor Summer Home Maintenance in Dubai
Smoke Detectors
Do a test of your carbon monoxide detectors and your smoke detectors. Change the batteries if required.
Get your cooling system ready
Examine getting your AC system serviced. Appropriate AC maintenance can help your AC last longer and restrain the Air Conditioner Fires. This one is especially essential for summer home maintenance since you don’t want to be stuck without AC when the temperature starts increasing.
Dust the ceiling fan blades and check that the fan is balanced and working properly
Connect a dryer sheet to a paint roller so you can approach it easily and dust it away. Also, check that the fan is working properly or not. If not then replace or fix it.
Get your chimney cleaned
You cannot use your fireplace until fall or winter, So this is the perfect time to call a chimney cleaning service. They aren’t as busy in summer as compared to winter.
Replace or Clean your showerheads
As showers are very important in summer so clean them, if they are not working properly then replace them with new ones.
Clean bathroom drains
Clean your bathroom drains as well to avoid any blockage of water.
Reverse the direction of your ceiling fans
If your fans rotate counterclockwise, they will push the air straight down to your home and stay nice and cool. So stop the fan and find the direction switch and check that your fans are rotating counterclockwise or not.
Clean the baseboards of your home
Use a wet cloth and wipe away all the dust and dirt from the baseboards of your home.
Check your attic and basement
In your attic, check for signs of moisture, leaks, any holes in the ceiling, and pests. In the basement look for leaks, pests, mold, and mildew.
Clean the vents of your bathroom fans
Check and clean the vents of your washroom fans.
Clean the dryer vent and exhaust duct
Clean out all of the dust and particles trapped in the vent and duct. Call in a professional to service and clean your washer and dryer if required. Clothes dryers can be dangerous if they are not cleaned and maintained properly.
Change the filter in the air conditioner
Check the filters of your Air Conditioner, change or replace them if required.
Tips for Outdoor Summer Home Maintenance in Dubai
Clean your grill to prepare for summer barbecuing
Clean your grill in advance according to their types.
- Charcoal grills: Empty the charcoal grill and clean all dust or dirt present. Use warm water, dish soap, and a sponge or brush to clean both sides of the grill.
- Gas grills: Close the lid, turn on the heat of the grill and let the grill heat up for about half an hour. Then let the grill cool. Use a grill brush to clean the grill. Wipe down the outside with help of a sponge and cleaner. Then at the end clean out all of the drip trays.
Wash down your porch
You should sweep the porch completely and then wash it with a cleaner. Remove any fixed or old dirt by scrubbing with soap and water.
Give your deck a once-over
- Check your deck properly to see if there are any boards that look like they are rotting. Replace those boards.
- Hammer those nails that are loose.
- You can also check if your deck requires to be resealed by placing a little water on it. If the water beads into small puddles then you are good. If it goes down into the wood then you should get your deck resealed against water.
Wash the windows
Windows change the overall look of a house. If windows are not cleaned well then it affects the overall look of your home. So, use warm water and soap to get those windows shining.
Wash your window screens
If window screens are dirty then the whole wall looks bad. So, use hot soapy water and a brush to wash your window screens at least twice a week.
Add a layer of mulch
If you have a garden then add an extra layer of mulch, this will help fight off weeds and also help your soil maintain moisture during those burning summer months.
Check for outdoor leaks
Go on a hunt for leakage by looking at all outdoor faucets. Then check your hose. You can easily waste a lot of water if there is even a very small hole in your hose. Use electrical tape to repair any tiny holes in your hose.
Check your outdoor play equipment
Make clear that everything is still safe. Replace or repair anything that is damaged or probably hazardous and make clear that the structure is still strong and sturdy.
Protect your home against unwanted guests
Sadly sometimes critters conclude that your home is the place to be. From squirrels to snakes, take steps to close off your house to non-pet animals.
- Cover any holes that are more than an inch large.
- Get your long tree branches trimmed back so they don’t create a highway for squirrels. Branches should be at least 8 ft from your roof.
- Make sure your outdoor dustbins are hardly sealed to avoid a buffet for pests.
- Rotten Leaves and twigs are heavens for animals so remove yard debris properly.
- Go to your lawn regularly for trimming the plants.
Clean out the gutters and downspouts
You should clean the gutters at least once or twice a year.
Repair cracks or holes in Driveways
Check your driveways and front steps, if damaged then repair cracks and holes.
Trim extra branches of trees and plants
Pay your special attention to the area around the Air Conditioner unit.
Look at the outside of your house
Check for rotted, dirty, or loose siding around your house, if found any then dispose of it properly.
Consider getting your roof inspected
It’s important to check your roof properly to make clear that it can last as long as possible.
So, there you have it some of our summer home maintenance tips. The above-mentioned tips will help you clean up and take care of your home during this summer.