Springtime Clean Up Tips

I know my last post was also about Spring. Even though our Colorado Springs weather has us guessing on a daily basis what season it is, the follow tips are great reminders for safety.

As the warmer temperatures roll in, you probably won’t need to light the fireplace and you probably will need to turn on the air conditioning. Follow these quick tips to make sure you are ready for springtime!

Clean the fireplace.
Shovel out any ashes and have your chimney professionally cleaned. Close the damper tightly to prevent drafts, rainwater, or animals from entering your home through your chimney.

Check filters.
Blocked air filters can reduce the efficiency of your air condition system’s ability to push and pull air through air registers. Clean or replace dryer vents, air conditioners, stove hood, and room fans.

Test your safety equipment. 
Audit your emergency systems by replacing the batteries, pressing the alert buttons to check for responses and are in overall good working order.
Systems include:
- Smoke detectors
- Carbon monoxide sensors
- Fire extinguishers
- Home security system

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