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This is a good checklist
to print out...
Home maintenance Suggestions
Spring
The season to repair any problems winter
may have caused
and to prepare for warm weather.
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1. If you turned off the breaker to your
air-conditioner (which is not recommended), turn it back on and
do not use the air-conditioner for at least 12 hours. |
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2. Have
air-conditioner checked by a qualified cooling contractor. |
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3. Turn central
humidifier off. |
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4. Change or clean
furnace filter(s). |
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5. Gutters should be
cleaned of debris and check for condition. (leaking seams, peeling paint and
properly secured to house). |
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6. Check attic areas
for leakage (after wet weather), paying particular attention to areas around
chimney(s), plumbing vents and under valleys. |
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7. Check to make sure
drainage from downspouts and around foundation is flowing away from house. |
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8. Check crawl space
and/or basement for dampness and leakage after a rainy period. |
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9. Open crawl space
vents when weather permits. |
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10. Check roof for
damaged, loose or missing shingles. |
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11. Check chimneys for
loose or missing mortar and also for loose bricks. |
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12. Call a chimney
sweep to clean your fireplace flue to eliminate creosote build-up. |
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13. Check your sump
pump to make sure it is operating properly. |
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14. Get lawn mower
tuned and blade sharpened. |
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15. If you are
applying a crab grass preventer, make this application about mid-April. |
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16. In the spring, the
ideal time to fertilize your lawn is from early to mid-May. |
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17. Check screens for
winter damage and replace as necessary. |
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18. Now that you've
completed your spring cleaning, why not make the move you've been thinking
about? Call me!! |
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The above mentioned list includes several items that may
require professional attention.
Summer
Heat, humidity rain. these are the elements that your home
should be prepared for
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Check wood exterior areas for rot. warping and
peeling paint. |
| Trim tree limbs away from roof and siding. |
| Trim bushes away from sidewalks. |
| Drain water heater (one time annually). This reduces
sediment in the bottom of the tank. |
| Seal cracks in the exterior walks and driveway to
help prevent further deterioration. |
| Change furnace filter(s). (If central air is
installed). |
| Have septic tank cleaned every two years. (If
applicable). |
| Check hardware on garage door(s), tighten if
necessary. |
| Check motorized attic vents for operation. |
| Clean refrigerator coil. Coils located behind bottom
grill tend to become clogged quicker than rear mounted coils. |
| Check the temperature in your attic on a hot day; it
may surprise you. Temperatures of more than 120º are not abnormal.
Installing a power attic fan would not only make your house more comfortable
but may save on you expected roof life and save on air-conditioning expenses
as well. |
| The second application of fertilizer for your lawn
should be made in late August or early September. |
| If gardening is your hobby, please make sure your
garden is not located over a septic field. For the location of your septic
field, contact your local health authority. |
| The temperature isn't the all that's hot. The market
is perfect to sell a home like yours. Lets talk!! |
Fall
During the fall season it is important that you prepare your
home for the upcoming winter. you may want to consider installing additional
insulation, weather stripping and caulking
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Have
furnace serviced by a qualified heating contractor. |
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Change furnace filter(s). |
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Replace central humidifier pad. |
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Close crawl space vents. |
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Check fireplace flue for creosote build-up and check
damper for proper operation. |
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Check roof for damaged, missing or loose shingles.
Check flashing areas at this time is also suggested. |
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Clean gutters as needed. |
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Install or lower storm windows. |
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Shut off water to outside faucets, disconnect and
drain all garden hoses. |
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Insulate any plumbing located in garage or other
areas subject to freezing. |
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11. A third application of fertilizer for your lawn
should follow in mid-October. |
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12. Empty or let gasoline tank on your lawn mower run
dry before winter storage. |
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13. Take a careful look at the exterior of your house to
see that it is properly protected from the elements. |
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14. If your family room doe's not seem large enough for
your family and friends to watch the games on TV this fall, call me to
assist you in finding another home. |
If time is taken on maintaining your investment, your
investment will take care of you! Call me with any real estate questions.
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