Late-Summer Maintenance Moves That Protect Your Home’s Value

Late summer is prime time to tune up your home before fall weather arrives. Heat, sun and steady use can quietly wear down key systems. A quick pass now can preserve value and prevent bigger bills later.

Start outside. Refresh mulch to retain moisture and boost curb appeal, trim back overgrowth, and check irrigation coverage so landscaping stays healthy through heat spells. Inspect the roofline for loose shingles and clear gutters after summer storms.

Inside, service the HVAC and replace filters to keep efficiency high during the final stretch of warm days. Test smoke and CO detectors and check for minor leaks under sinks and around appliances—small drips can become costly damage.

Pay attention to paint touch-ups at entry points, tighten hardware, and refresh caulking around windows and baths to keep moisture out. These are quiet upgrades buyers notice, even if they can’t name them.

If you’re thinking about selling this year, connect with your Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices network agent, Jane Sullivan Horne, for a quick value-focused walk-through and a smart list of pre-market improvements tailored to your home.