July 2026 - Hausmeister

Summer Deck & Exterior Maintenance: Small Repairs That Can Prevent Big Problems

By M | July 27, 2026

deck and chairs in summer with fir trees in the background

Summer is when homeowners spend the most time outdoors. Decks become gathering places for family barbecues, patios host friends and neighbors, and walkways see more foot traffic than any other time of year. It’s also the season when many homeowners begin to notice the wear and tear left behind by a long, wet winter, making…

Spend Your Summer Making Memories, Not Catching Up on Home Maintenance

By M | July 8, 2026

red to orange sunset with high clouds above and calm waters below

Snohomish summers are short. After months of rain, gray skies, and cooler temperatures, summer finally arrives and suddenly calendars fill up with vacations, BBQs, camping trips, sporting events, hikes, festivals, and time spent with family and friends. Unfortunately, summer is also one of the busiest seasons for home maintenance, as many homeowners turn their attention…