The cheapest home repair is the one you prevent. This checklist is tuned to Phoenix, where relentless desert heat and year-round sun shape the calendar.
Desert Summer Survival Checklist
- Get the AC serviced before triple digits arrive.
- Reseal south- and west-facing windows against heat gain.
- Check the roof, UV and heat age it fast here.
- Service the pool pump and watch irrigation for leaks.
Year-round basics
- Test smoke and CO detectors twice a year.
- Change HVAC filters every 1-3 months.
- Check under sinks and around the water heater for leaks.
- Walk the exterior each season for cracks, gaps, and worn caulk.
When to call a pro
Roof, electrical panel, gas, and anything structural. A $85-$165 inspection is cheaper than the repair it prevents.
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