Florida summers are extremely HOT and WET! If you are like most year-round residents you wait until the Fall to walk around your home to inspect for damage and start to plan any needed clean up. The harsh summers filled with extreme heat and rain wreaks havoc on our homes. Overlooked maintenance can have long term effects on your home’s appearance and structure. It is important to do a thorough check for mold and mildew and check your roof, siding and decking for any needed repairs.

Florida’s winter season is a busy time in Southwest Florida as our northern neighbors return to their second homes here in the sunshine state. The community gets prepared for a busy schedule of fun-filled activities. The holidays and social events mean more entertaining outside. Here are a few reasons why you need to plan your Florida home annual maintenance.

Outdoor Entertaining

Finally, we can open up the lanai and spend time outdoors. Boating and lying out by the pool in the beautiful Florida winter months are a dream. In order to be comfortable inviting over guests you will first need to consider cleaning up the lanai, pool area and all outdoor entertaining areas. Consider power washing to remove bugs, spider webs, dirt, mold and mildew. Once the dirt and grim is removed you may notice that the summer months have worn out the finish on your deck or house. Make the old look new by resurfacing concrete decks and re-painting pool cages.

Annual Maintenance

As the winter residents return they will find out that many of their neighbors have already completed their annual home maintenance projects. These maintenance tasks are important not only for beautification but to maintain a sound structure. Consider hiring a contractor to perform an annual maintenance inspection on your home. Small annual clean-up and repair projects now can save you a lot in the future.

Roof

Don’t neglect your roof just because you can’t see it. Schedule a roof cleaning and consider roof sealing when needed.

Pool Area

Make this season a splash by cleaning up the pool area. The pool cage is a trap for bugs and spider webs. Start by power washing and cleaning up the entire area. Don’t just replace the broken screens; consider the appearance of the cage itself. A pool deck clean and coating application can make a big difference on its appearance.

Curb Appeal

Are you expecting a return on your Florida home investment at some point in the future? Since most of us would answer YES to this question, we all need to be aware of Curb Appeal. Your home should be maintained as well as or better than your neighbor’s home. Investing in repainting the outside of your home can mean an immediate improvement in curb appeal.

Realtors and investors who are getting ready for a sale or re-rental understand the benefit of dressing up the exterior of the home for a great first impression. Outside clean-up like pressure cleaning and re-painting presents a visible acknowledgment that the home has been taken care of.

Contact a Professional Painting Company

If you are considering annual home maintenance projects in Naples, Florida, contact Naples’ leading paint professionals at FCI Painting. Call (239) 435-1001 or contact us online.