Drain your hot water heater.
Cold showers and a new hot water heater are in your future (yes, we can predict the future) if you don’t drain your hot water heater. Over time, sediment and minerals build up on the inside of it. These buildups can affect its efficiency and can reduce its lifespan, so drain it at least once a year. Use caution and read the instructions posted directly on the appliance before you take on this task, however. Draining it incorrectly can cause personal injury and damage to the tank. Considering a TANKLESS water heater? Read this first.
Lubricate Your Locks.
You and your lock have to stop fighting. It’s not healthy for the keys involved. With age, locks can stiffen, making them harder to operate. If unaddressed, the stiffness can cause you to break off your key in the lock and will require a service visit from a locksmith. To keep your locks working properly, keep them lubricated. A graphite lubricant works best and will help ensure your key easily slides into the key hole and the lock is able to turn with little to no effort.
Service and clean your grill.
If not cleaned properly, a grill’s components can become caked in food particles, grease and fats. YUCK! This can negatively impact the food’s taste (no one likes a steak that tastes like fish) and affect how well the grill operates. Before firing up the grill this summer, give it a thorough cleaning and inspection to ensure all of the components are free of clogs and debris. This will keep your grill operating properly and will keep your guests coming back for seconds.
