Hi lovelies,

Making sure your home is comfortable during the summer is something that every homeowner has to think about. The heat will be on and you have to make sure that you're keeping things cozy inside. 

There are a number of things you can do to make your home a sanctuary during this time. Getting to these things early is the best way to make sure that you maintain a high level of comfort throughout the summer. Here's a look at what you should be doing to make your home comfy. 

Inspect and Service Your HVAC System
Your HVAC system is your best friend during the summer months. When the heat is on you want to make sure that you're maintaining a cool and comfortable environment and the only way to do this is to have an air conditioning system that is up and running. 

Do a thorough inspection before the summer heat gets to be too much. Get HVAC maintenance if it has not been done for a while. 

If you can, clean or replace the air filters, you also need to check if there are any issues and ensure the thermostat is working correctly. If you do all of these things, and address any other issues, things can go smoothly for you throughout the summer. 

Make Sure Ventilation Is On Point
You have to make sure that your ventilation is on point at all times. You need to ensure you are opening the windows in the cooler parts of the day. 

This is usually in the late evening and early morning. Allow fresh air to circulate throughout your home. 

Don't just depend on your HVAC system, make sure you have your portable fans and your ceiling fans installed as well to enhance the airflow in the home and also reduce the reliance on the HVAC system. 

Exhaust fans in kitchens and bathrooms can be a great source for pushing out heat and humidity.

Seal Windows and Doors
When windows and doors are not sealed cool air will be going out and all that hot air will come wafting into your home.

This means that there's going to be a lot of energy consumption as your air conditioning retaliates. 

If you don't want your energy bills causing severe holes in your bank account you need to make sure that you are checking those gaps and cracks that can happen around your doors and your windows. 

Get them sealed up with weatherstripping or caulk. If you want to further reduce your energy bills you have to make sure that you're taking full control of the amount of heat that enters your home. 

Have your blinds on your shades or your curtains ready to block out the sun when the day gets truly hot. Light-colored and reflective window coverings are also great for helping to reduce heat absorption.

If you're seeking to push off direct sunlight from your windows, then outdoor shades and awnings are a great choice for you.

Prepare Outdoor Spaces
Summer is a time when you need to maximize outdoor spaces. Make sure you're cleaning up all your patio furniture and checking them to see if they are prepared for the summer. 

Now is the time to throw in those throw pillows and cushions as well to make your seating extra comfy. It's also time to pull out those beautiful colorful umbrellas and maybe create a shaded area with them. Pergolas are also in season as well.

If you already have a space with an outdoor kitchen then you are well ahead of the game.

Check and Clean Gutters
You need to make sure that you are cleaning and clearing out those gutters. Summer storms are daunting and they can whip through your roof and your gutters very easily. 

It's important that you make sure you have cleared all the debris out of your gutters to prevent water damage from happening. 

Moving leaves, and anything else that may be blocking the smooth flow of water through the gutter is critical for making sure that you are prepared for summer. 

Summer is all about laughter, soaking up the sunshine and getting comfortable as warm weather rolls in. Make sure your home is prepared to handle every ounce of this beautiful season. Every last part of it should be enjoyed. 

After all, it only comes once per year and it seems to flash by very quickly, don't waste a moment of it because of unpreparedness start getting ready as early as you can.