1. Stop the mold. June kicks off some of the hottest months of the year, and all that moisture and heat offer the perfect climate for mold to flourish. Many homeowners attempt to save on their energy bills by setting their thermostat at a high and unsafe temperature. But the cost savings can quickly disappear if you encounter a mold problem.
   
2. Give pests the boot. Trim bushes or shrubs that come in contact with your home’s exterior. Weed out thick vegetation and pick ripe vegetables and fruit as soon as they’re ready. Stop mosquitoes before they hatch by getting rid of all sources of standing water on your property.
   
3. Inspect your A/C. The last thing you need is a broken air conditioner during the heat of summer. To extend the life of your unit, adjust your programmable thermostat by only 2 or 3 degrees at a time. If anything seems off, call in a professional.
   
4. Keep your fridge frosty cold. To keep your fridge and freezer running smoothly, take some time to clean the condenser coils. These help the unit stay cool by discharging heat from the compressor. Remove dirt, pet hair, and any food debris lodged there. Also, check the door gasket because if it leaks, your refrigerator will work overtime trying to cool the entire kitchen.
   
5. Prime your pool. To keep your pool safe for swimming, test your pool’s pH levels frequently. Run the pump daily, using one hour for every 10 degrees of heat in the water as a general rule of thumb.
   
6. Tune up your sprinklers. When temperatures go up, so does your water bill. Tune up your yard’s irrigation system to save water, reduce standing water, and help prevent damage to your landscaping.