Summer property maintenance in Hampstead NW3. Garden care, exterior maintenance, air conditioning service. Prepare for warm weather. Comprehensive guide.
Summer Property Maintenance in Hampstead
Summer is the ideal time for exterior property maintenance in Hampstead. Longer days, better weather, and accessible outdoor spaces make summer maintenance both easier and more effective.
Summer Maintenance Costs 2025
Complete summer package:
- Small property (1-2 bed): £250-450
- Medium property (3-4 bed): £450-750
- Large property (5+ bed): £750-1,200
- Includes exterior checks and garden care
Individual services:
- Exterior painting (window frames): £400-1,200
- Gutter inspection and cleaning: £80-150
- Air conditioning service: £80-150
- Garden maintenance: £150-400
- Patio/decking cleaning: £100-300
- Window cleaning: £80-200
Essential Summer Maintenance Tasks
Exterior Maintenance
Paintwork inspection:
- Check all external woodwork
- Identify flaking or damaged paint
- Window frames, doors, fascias
- Early treatment prevents rot
- Cost: £400-1,200 for painting 3-bed house
- Best time: May-September (dry weather)
Roof inspection:
- Check for loose/damaged tiles
- Inspect lead flashing
- Check chimney pointing
- Clear debris from valleys
- Cost: £100-200 for inspection
- Why summer: Safe access in dry weather
Gutters:
- Clear winter debris
- Check alignment
- Repair leaks
- Test downpipe flow
- Cost: £80-150
- When: Early summer before heavy rain
External walls:
- Check pointing
- Identify cracks
- Clean algae/moss
- Assess render condition
- Cost: £60-120 for inspection, £1,000-5,000 for repointing
Garden and Outdoor Spaces
Lawn care:
- Regular mowing (weekly/fortnightly)
- Summer feeding
- Weed control
- Watering advice
- Cost: £40-80 per visit
- Peak season: May-September
Hedge trimming:
- Mid-summer trim
- Shape and control growth
- Remove dead/diseased growth
- Maintain privacy
- Cost: £100-350 depending on size
- Timing: Late June-August
Patio and decking:
- Deep clean (pressure wash)
- Treat for algae
- Re-oil/stain decking
- Repair loose slabs
- Cost: £150-400
- Why summer: Needs dry weather to dry and set
Garden furniture:
- Clean and treat wooden furniture
- Check metal furniture for rust
- Store cushions properly
- Repair damage
- Cost: £80-200 for treatment
Outdoor lighting:
- Test all lights
- Clean fixtures
- Replace bulbs
- Check timers
- Cost: £60-150
Interior Comfort
Air conditioning service (if installed):
- Clean filters
- Check refrigerant levels
- Test operation
- Improve efficiency
- Cost: £80-150
- When: May (before peak summer)
Ventilation:
- Check extractor fans
- Clean/replace filters
- Ensure proper operation
- Prevent condensation issues
- Cost: £60-100
Cooling solutions:
- Service ceiling fans
- Check window openings
- Assess shading options
- Blinds/curtains inspection
- Cost: £50-150
Pest Prevention
Common summer pests in Hampstead:
- Wasps (nests in eaves, lofts)
- Ants (kitchens, patios)
- Moths (clothing, carpets)
- Flies and mosquitoes
Prevention:
- Clear gutters (prevent wasp nests)
- Seal entry points
- Keep outdoor eating areas clean
- Inspect lofts for wasp nests
- Cost: £80-250 for professional treatment
Plumbing and Water
Outside taps:
- Reconnect (if winterized)
- Check for leaks
- Replace washers if dripping
- Install timer for garden watering
- Cost: £40-80
Irrigation systems:
- Test automatic systems
- Check sprinkler heads
- Repair leaks
- Program for efficiency
- Cost: £80-200
Water pressure:
- Check pressure (high summer demand)
- Identify leaks
- Service pressure reducing valve if installed
- Cost: £60-100
Summer-Specific Hampstead Issues
Tree management:
- Mature trees common in Hampstead
- Summer inspection for disease/damage
- Deadwood removal
- Crown thinning if needed
- Obtain permissions if needed (conservation area/TPO)
- Cost: £200-2,000+ depending on work
Conservation area compliance:
- External changes may need approval
- Painting different colors often requires permission
- Tree work restrictions
- We can advise on requirements
Preparing for holiday:
- Security checks
- Timer lights
- Garden watering arrangements
- Appliance switches
- Emergency contact details
- Cost: £60-120 for comprehensive check
Summer Maintenance Checklist
June tasks:
- First hedge trim
- Lawn feeding
- Exterior paintwork inspection
- Air conditioning service
- Gutter check
July tasks:
- Garden maintenance peak
- Patio/decking cleaning
- Wasp nest monitoring
- Window cleaning
- Outdoor lighting check
August tasks:
- Second hedge trim
- Final lawn feeding
- Tree inspection
- Prepare for autumn (early)
- Holiday preparation
Benefits of summer maintenance:
- Dry weather for exterior work
- Longer days (more time)
- Pleasant working conditions
- Prevents winter damage
- Property looks its best
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*Last updated: January 2025. Summer maintenance costs vary by property size and condition. Book early for best availability during peak season (June-August).*