Owning a home in the Main Line area — whether in Haverford, Paoli, or Devon — comes with a hefty dose of both pride and responsibility. You want your home to look and be at its best and your neighbors want a cohesive look to the neighborhood. Seasonal maintenance helps protect your investment, preserve your home’s beauty, and avoid costly repairs down the line.
Here’s your essential spring and fall painting and carpentry checklist:
✅ Spring Checklist 🌿🔨
How can I start the season of renewal off right and properly maintain my home?
- Inspect Exterior Paint
Look for blistering, cracking, or fading on siding, shutters, and trim. If you spot issues, schedule repainting early in the season. - Check for Wood Rot
Porch railings, windowsills, and door frames often hide rot from winter moisture. Replace any soft or discolored areas. - Clean & Seal Decking
If you have a wooden deck or porch, a good cleaning and sealing will help it last longer — and look better for summer entertaining. You especially want to check for any mildew that may have crept in through the fall and winter months. - Power Wash Surfaces
Clean siding, brick, and fencing. Just be careful not to damage older paint or delicate trim with high-pressure water. It is also a perfect time to clean and refresh pool decks, so your area is perfect for summer entertaining.
✅ Fall Checklist
What measures can I take to keep my home protected and in great condition through the fall and winter?
- Re-Caulk Windows and Doors
Prevent drafts and moisture intrusion by refreshing caulk before winter sets in. - Inspect the Roofline & Fascia
Loose trim or fascia boards can lead to water leaks. An experienced exterior carpenter can quickly secure or replace these vulnerable areas. - Touch-Up Interior Paint
Touch up baseboards and walls after a summer of wear. It’s a quick refresh that brightens your home during the darker months and can be especially helpful if you had young children and pets running in and out of your house all summer!
It is also a perfect time to consider interior room upgrades such as a color change or refresh before the holidays roll around and guests begin arriving.
- Schedule Indoor Projects
Fall is the perfect time to fix issues with built-ins, shelving, flooring, and stair repairs before the holidays.
🛠 Keep this checklist handy and set calendar reminders to be sure your home is in tip-top shape, year-round. It is surprising how fast the time goes and a little reminder never hurts!
🔨 Need help with your spring, summer or fall maintenance checklist? Reach out to a reputable Main Line painter and carpenter like Taylor Painting and Carpentry for a consultation.
Call Tim Taylor today – your home and neighbors will thank you! 610.220.0980.
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