☀️ june 🌾 midwest

June Maintenance - Midwest

Summer's here. Focus on cooling, pest prevention, and storm prep.

June in the Midwest means heat, humidity, and the occasional severe storm. Your house is shifting from heating mode to cooling mode, and there’s a new set of concerns.

This Month’s Focus

1. AC Tune-Up (If You Haven’t Already)

Your AC is about to work overtime. Make sure it’s ready.

  • Change the filter (seriously, do it monthly in summer)
  • Clean the outdoor condenser coils
  • Clear vegetation away from the outdoor unit (2-foot clearance minimum)
  • Listen for unusual noises

Difficulty: 🔧🔧 | Time: 30-60 minutes

AC struggling? Diagnose HVAC issues →

2. Check Attic Ventilation

Poor ventilation = hot attic = higher cooling bills = shorter roof life.

  • Make sure soffit vents aren’t blocked by insulation
  • Check that attic fans work (if you have them)
  • Look for signs of moisture or mold

Difficulty: 🔧🔧 | Time: 30 minutes

3. Pest Prevention

Summer bugs want inside your nice cool house.

  • Seal gaps around pipes, wires, and foundation
  • Check door sweeps and weatherstripping
  • Look for ant trails, wasp nests, etc.
  • Trim bushes away from the house

Difficulty: 🔧 | Time: 1-2 hours

4. Storm Prep

Midwest summers mean thunderstorms, possibly severe.

  • Trim dead tree branches near the house
  • Check that sump pump works
  • Know where your main water shutoff is
  • Secure outdoor furniture that could blow around

Difficulty: 🔧🔧 | Time: 2-3 hours

5. Inspect the Basement/Crawlspace

Heavy spring rains may have caused issues you haven’t noticed.

  • Look for water stains or dampness
  • Check for musty smells (mold indicator)
  • Make sure dehumidifier is running if you have one

Difficulty: 🔧 | Time: 20 minutes

Water problems? Diagnose drainage issues →

6. Clean Ceiling Fans

They’ve been collecting dust all winter. Now that they’re running, that dust is circulating.

  • Turn off the fan
  • Wipe blades with a damp cloth
  • Check that blades are balanced (wobbling = loose screws or warped blades)

Difficulty: 🔧 | Time: 15 minutes per fan

The Bottom Line

June is about keeping cool and staying ahead of storms. Your AC is your best friend now—treat it well. And don’t ignore that sump pump until you need it.