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June...
The month that marks the halfway point of the year. With many more weeks of summer to come, we hope that the
summer rays keep streaming down on us.
There’s some evidence that people typically drive safer in problematic conditions, such as rain, snow, and fog, while
more car crashes occur on bright sunny days with clear conditions. Following this logic on the road and applying it to
the home, it’s important to not overlook or underestimate some of the challenges that present themselves in the
month of June. Unlike many summer drivers, you don’t want to let your guard down on a seemingly innocent month.
Be aware of insects. We all know
that mosquitoes are a common
summertime nuisance, however
some areas across the country will
experience the return of cicadas and
other types of bugs. For your home,
make sure all entry points are secured
so you don’t have any unwanted
visitors from the great outdoors –
and it will help you with your home
efficiency!
Check that your HVAC is working
properly, and all the filters are up to
date. Pleasant room temperatures
are often not on people’s minds
and can be taken for granted in the
summer unless a problem occurs. And
a reminder for those with a deck or
patio: make sure the structure is stable
and well maintained. It’ll be getting a
lot of use this month!
Here’s your June checklist:
c Take care of any insect problems you may have

c Seal up your home
c Check outdoor faucets for leaks
c Have your roof inspected
c Clean and repair deck or patio as needed
c Test garage door auto-reverse features

c Test carbon monoxide and smoke detectors
c Inspect your fire extinguisher(s)

More home safety and maintenance information is available online at housemaster.com/vancouver-island-home-
inspection. g

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