It is no secret that owning a home can be costly if not well maintained. That's why preventative care is vital to ward off costly home repairs down the road.
First, inspect your roof. Note the material used - asphalt, metal, concrete, clay - check for any damage and spots that require repair. Take care of those as soon as possible, especially if there is a risk of water penetrating into your home.
Clear the gutters. Though this may have been done in the fall, winds and flying debris may have landed in them over the winter. Clogged and restricted gutters could also bring water damage to your home.
Clean or replace HVAC filters. Before you know it, it will be time to turn the air conditioning on. In some areas, this is already the case. When the HVAC system operates with dirty filters it causes the system to work harder, drain more power, and restrict air flow.
Clean the dryer ventilation. This is not just the lint trap, but the back of the dryer and hose going out of the house. Lint can build up in these areas and, if air flow becomes restricted, clothes don't dry properly, more electricity is used, and it puts you at risk for a house fire.
Get your window screens, decks, driveway and outdoor surfaces clean and repair any damage. Also, remember to get your lawnmower ready.
Vacuum and remove debris from the refrigerator coils to improve the efficiency.
Replace batteries and test smoke detectors in your home. If the smoke detector is ten or more years old, it is recommended to replace it with a new one. Learn more about testing your alarms.
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Your Friendly Neighborhood Flooring Dealer,
Matt Capell
President of Capell Flooring and Interiors
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