In Southern areas, July might be the opportunity for you to grow a second crop of green beans and squash. When they ripen, can your surplus or give them away. (With squash, plan to can with a pressure cooker. Ph levels can be a concern otherwise and lead to potential botulism.)
Even if you leave the windows cracked, your pet can still overheat while in a car. Take them inside with you even when shopping. Many stores will allow small pets inside with you. Just call ahead before you leave the house. Safe pets are healthy pets! (It's also illegal to leave pets in the car in many states. Check your local laws.)
The days of summer can get long, and your pool can be a fun place for your kids to congregate. Rotate out responsible adults to give people a break. Eyes on the little tykes! Keep them safe in the water!
If the heat is keeping you inside, you can at least enjoy the outdoors through clean windows. Hire a one-day service to help you bring summer inside by giving you sparkling windows. The outdoors will be a treasure when there's no dust or residue blocking your view.
The best maintenance for your automatic dishwasher is to USE IT at least once a week. If you enjoy hand washing, go ahead. Just remember that modern dishwashers save money on energy and water, so put yours to use! Your energy bills will thank you.