SUMMER ADVICE IS YOUR HOUSE PROTECTED FROM WIND DAMAGE? With windstorm season in full force, it is hard to feel like you are in control when it comes to naturally occurring events. So, what steps can you take? One thing you can do is inspect your house and property for hazards that can be controlled. • Make sure all windows and doors are completely shut. This includes sheds and garages as well. • Make sure all loose outdoor items (ex. patio furniture, garbage bins, outdoor toys) are put away during days that have wind warnings. • Make sure your roof, gutters, and roof components (ex. chimney caps) are securely fastened. • Make sure your car is parked in a garage, or away from trees and powerlines during a windstorm. BUILDING ENVELOPE INSPECTIONS In March, MBC Group wrote a guest blog article on Building Envelope Inspections. We wanted to bring awareness to some of the issues property managers and owners are faced with. These issues, with a lack of maintenance or regular inspection, can result in long term and costly headaches down the road. Our biggest message is to be proactive. This is valid for many aspects of life. And with properties, we all know just how costly repairs can be, and how preventable they can be with a proper maintenance system in place. Do you know what a building envelope is, what signs that you look for yourself, and what professionals do to help you prevent future issues? Learn more by reading the full article here. AIR OUT YOUR HOUSE The blankets of snow are gone, and having been stuck mostly inside for over a year it is the perfect time to get that fresh air into your home. This is one of our Environmental department’s top tips and it’s free! Just crack those windows to let the air in, preferably two windows on opposite ends of a room to get a cross breeze. Try to do this daily for five to twenty minutes. This will ease the burden on your air filters and HVAC system which will ultimately extend their service life. People still need to be aware, however, of outdoor pollutants such as pollen or dust. Keep your eye on advisories and listed pollen levels and other air quality warnings in your weather app. Want more tips for air quality in your home or office? Click here.
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