Tag: Home Maintenance

Posted on 08/05/2024

Keep your home up-to-spec with these maintenance tasks

From your plumbing and HVAC system to home safety devices, there are several items in your home that can break down or malfunction. Doing some maintenance tasks each month can help reduce the risk of needing repairs or having to replace equipment. Plan on performing the following maintenance tasks in your home monthly: Replace HVAC filters Your HVAC...

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Posted on 05/20/2024

Summer Maintenance: Tasks to Keep Your Home Running Smoothly

As the weather heats up outside, you can enjoy the warmth and sunshine while doing summer maintenance tasks. If it's too hot, you can head inside to handle a few indoor maintenance to-dos. These interior and exterior summer maintenance tasks can help your home stay in good condition all season long. Remove debris from your yard Leaves, wood...

Home Exterior

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Posted on 04/08/2024

Things Homeowners Need To Know About Installing A Driveway

Paved driveways are widely credited with increasing curb appeal and improving real estate values. However, dirt, gravel or driveways suffering from disrepair can negatively impact home sales. If you rank among homeowners who need a new driveway installation, these are things worth considering. What driveway material should you use? The best material for a driveway is driven by...

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Posted on 05/22/2023

Essential home maintenance checklist to keep your space in top shape

Home maintenance may seem like a bore; however, it’s a...

Home Maintenance

Home Maintenance Checklist

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Posted on 10/17/2022

3 Telltale Signs Your Chimney Needs Repair

Unlike some home repair issues, the gradual decline of a chimney often goes unnoticed for years. During this period of modest disrepair, a wide range of structural problems and fire risks can arise. Even small gaps between brick layers create an opening for unwelcome pests. Here are three telltale signs your chimney may require repair. 1: Check for...

Chimney

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Posted on 10/17/2022

3 DIY Electrical Repairs

Loose outlets, overloaded circuits and other problems can raise the risk of fires and electric shock. While you should call an electrician for major electrical issues, you can do simple ones on your own. Here are a few DIY electrical repairs you can handle on your own. Loose Outlets Outlets can become loose over time, resulting in loose...

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Posted on 08/11/2020

Neglected Points of Home Maintenance That Can Inhibit the Sale of a Home

Photo by Quang Nguyen Vinh from Pexels As a responsible homeowner, home maintenance should be at the top of your list of important things to do. However, with a busy life and a lot to manage, certain home-maintenance tasks can be easily disregarded. While there are some things you may be able to get away with for a...

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Posted on 05/31/2020

Protecting Your Windows During Hurricane Watches

Photo by Jametlene Reskp on Unsplash While the hurricane season may still be a couple of seasons away, now is a great time to start thinking about how best to protect your home in the event of a hurricane, tornado, or similar high wind storm situation. During high wind situations, windows can easily become broken as a result...

Home Maintenance

Storm Preparation

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Posted on 02/09/2020

Tips For Staying on Track With Home Improvements

One of the most satisfying aspects of being a new homeowner is the process of "making it your own." That could include everything from painting walls and hanging pictures to replacing window treatments and assembling shelves. (Then, of course, there's the unpacking, furniture arranging, organizing, and room cleaning!) For some people, one of the biggest challenges in getting unpacked,...

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Painting Tips

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