Yearly Home Maintenance Tips

Our company is proactive when it comes to maintenance suggestions for your new home.

Here is an easy checklist to follow on a monthly or annual basis.

Most of these home maintenance items can be accomplished without the help of a professional, but it’s always better to be safe and call for assistance if a home improvement project is beyond your abilities.  Keeping your home functioning properly ensures comfort all year long.

Monthly:

• Clean the furnace filter to remove dust build-ups.
• Clean faucet aerators and shower heads to remove mineral deposits.
• Inspect tub and sink drains for debris; unclog.

Annually:

• Hire a professional to maintain forced-air heating system.
• Inspect  and assess exterior siding and exterior wood for replacement
• Check fireplace for damage or hazards.
• Seal cracks and gaps in windows and doors with caulk or weather stripping;
• Inspect roofing for missing, loose, or damaged shingles and leaks.
• Remove leaves and debris from gutters and downspouts.
• Mend cracks and gaps in the driveway and walkway.
• Drain and winterize exterior plumbing.
• Hire a professional to inspected fireplace.
• Replace the batteries in smoke and carbon monoxide detectors.
• Vacuum lint from dryer vent.