Month 5: Pest Control, Yard Planning & Home Goals

🌿 Month 5: Pest Control, Yard Planning & Home Goals

A Homeowner Resource by Khris Hamlin Real Estate, LLC | Powered by Samson Properties

You're 5 months into your homeownership journey, and now it's time to protect your property, enhance your curb appeal, and start shaping your long-term improvement plan.

1. Schedule a Pest Inspection or Preventative Treatment

Even if you haven’t seen any pests, they might be hiding in:

• Crawlspaces

• Basements

• Attics

Now is the time to:

• Schedule general pest inspection

• Start quarterly pest prevention plan

• Ask about termite protection if your home is older

🐜 A few dollars now saves costly repairs later.

2. Begin a Landscaping Plan

Start small and build over time:

• Add mulch to flower beds

• Trim existing trees and bushes

• Consider planting shade trees or creating privacy with shrubs

🌺 Your yard doesn’t need to be perfect—just plan and layer each season.

3. Start a List of Future Home Improvements

Dreaming of a new kitchen? Want to convert the basement? Create a list and rank it by:

• Cost

• Value added

• Timeline

Whether it’s new floors, smart lighting, or a bathroom upgrade, getting it on paper helps you budget and prioritize.

Recommended Tools

Task

Resource

Local Pest Control

Ask us for referrals

Yard Design Planner

Yardzen or Pinterest

Home Project Tracker

Google Sheets or HomeZada

🏡 Need recommendations for landscapers, pest control pros, or contractors? We’ve got you covered.

📞 Call/Text: 240-259-1191

📧 Email: [email protected]

🌐 Visit: www.khrishamlinrealestate.com

✅ Month 6 is next: Half-year check-in, equity talk, and mid-year tune-ups!