Home maintenance is one of those things
that is easy to forget or put off. Taking care of the following repairs in the
fall can save you a lot of money over the long haul. If you're not careful, you can end up
with a list of expensive repairs that could have possibly been prevented.
1) Annual HVAC inspection: Have the heating system serviced. Change
the filters and make repairs as needed. This will
prolong the useful life and efficiency of the furnace.
2) Chimney inspection: A simple chimney cleaning can prevent
chimney fires and damage to your entire house. Inspect the chimney for
loose or missing mortar. Check the cap and repair as needed.
3) Termite Inspection: An inspection might find subterranean
termites that come from the ground or flying termites. Termite repairs
can be costly if neglected.
4) Power washing and sealing wood deck: Power wash and seal every one to three
years, depending on the amount of moss and mold. If you let it go, your deck
will warp, nails will pop out and the deck won't last as long.
5) Dryer vent cleaning: The purpose is to get rid of lint
buildup. If you ignore it, the result could be a disastrous fire. Once the vent
gets clogged, the dryer starts overheating and it can catch on fire.
7) Siding and Paint: Look for cracks and holes in house stucco
or siding. Replace caulk and paint as necessary.
8) Roof Inspection: Inspect
your roof and make necessary repairs before the rainy season
starts to avoid costly emergency repairs.
9) Carpet cleaning: Have the carpets cleaned. If the carpet
looks dirty, you've waited too long because some soil can't be removed
by vacuuming.
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