Well, another summer has come and gone, but what an amazing season it was! As we transition into shorter days and cooler temperatures, it's time to start planning ahead. In this newsletter, we've compiled some crucial tips to help you prepare for the upcoming months. Let us try to embrace Autumn! |
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Autumn Preventive Maintenance Tips |
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ROOF INSPECTION & WASH Every building has a roof, which is your first line of defense against the elements. It must be sturdy enough to withstand high winds, along with cooler cycles that will occur in a few months during winter. You should start Autumn maintenance for your roof with an inspection. Check the drains and downspouts to ensure they are free from any blockages that would inhibit proper drainage. Look for signs of damage to the roof. |
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GUTTER CLEANING & DEBRIS REMOVAL One of the most important autumn maintenance tips is to ensure your gutters are inspected and cleared out. Install gutter guards—this makes the gutter cleaning process a lot easier. Prune any branches that are hanging over your gutters, which will deposit leaves into them. Remove leaves from your gutters as needed to keep them free of debris. |
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LAWN & GARDEN Your Autumn checklist should also include seasonal maintenance for your lawn and garden areas. Aerate and fertilize your lawn, which will put nutrients into the soil that will help with re-growth in the spring. Plant grass seed that will grow next spring, if needed. Keep your entryways free of mud, leaves, and moisture to prevent slips and falls. |
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Other Preventive Maintenance |
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While Autumn preventive maintenance tips you should follow will vary for every commercial building, there are some miscellaneous tasks that everyone should put on their checklist before winter. Begin by checking your carbon monoxide and smoke detectors to make sure they’re working correctly and replace the batteries. Check for potential places where pests may try to enter your building. This includes gaps in doorframes, windows with extra space near the frame, vents, and any holes or cracks in walls and siding. |
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Check your building’s doors and windows for cracks, drafts, and worn weather stripping. Inspect exterior lighting and repair, replace, or add lights as needed. Keep in mind that there will be more lighting hours that occur as the days shorten. |
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IPM Maintenance is your ONE-STOP-SHOP for all Autumn preventive maintenance needs. Get in touch with us NOW! |
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