With a new year approaching, I have made a list of simple home maintenance projects, that could save you big If you are like me finding the time and the motivation, to do simple things sometimes get lost.
My list is just a reminder to myself to set aside time to do the simple stuff,that could save big down the road.
I will be posting detailed instructions in the coming weeks for each of these tasks so check back often if you need a little help.
1) Clean gutters:gutters function as means to move water off your roof and away from your home regular cleaning is essential to insure the integrity of your roofing and foundations 2) Service garage doors:Overlooked by many homeowners garage door will function properly for years with simple maintenance 3) Drain and flush Water heater:Simple draining of a water heater will extend its,life by several years 4) Service garage disposal:Often taken for granted by homeowners, there are some basic,tips for cleaning and maintaining for extended use 5) Check home for energy loss:Checking around windows and doors for drafts could save substantially on energy cost 6) Clean coils on Heat and air unit:Simple cleaning of coils on condenser units,will help extended the life of your Heat and air unit 7) Re-mulching landscaping:Save lots of time weeding and improves the overall curb appeal of your home 8) Change filters on Heat and air:replacing the filters return air ducts inside your home will reduce energy costs and extend the life of your units.
9) Treat septic system regularly: Huge expense if system fails,adding a additive once a month will help the system operate properly 10) Crawl space inspection:Inspection of crawl spaces yearly, looking for water leaks, damaged joists, or signs of termite signs could save big if caught early.
My list is just a reminder to myself to set aside time to do the simple stuff,that could save big down the road.
I will be posting detailed instructions in the coming weeks for each of these tasks so check back often if you need a little help.
1) Clean gutters:gutters function as means to move water off your roof and away from your home regular cleaning is essential to insure the integrity of your roofing and foundations 2) Service garage doors:Overlooked by many homeowners garage door will function properly for years with simple maintenance 3) Drain and flush Water heater:Simple draining of a water heater will extend its,life by several years 4) Service garage disposal:Often taken for granted by homeowners, there are some basic,tips for cleaning and maintaining for extended use 5) Check home for energy loss:Checking around windows and doors for drafts could save substantially on energy cost 6) Clean coils on Heat and air unit:Simple cleaning of coils on condenser units,will help extended the life of your Heat and air unit 7) Re-mulching landscaping:Save lots of time weeding and improves the overall curb appeal of your home 8) Change filters on Heat and air:replacing the filters return air ducts inside your home will reduce energy costs and extend the life of your units.
9) Treat septic system regularly: Huge expense if system fails,adding a additive once a month will help the system operate properly 10) Crawl space inspection:Inspection of crawl spaces yearly, looking for water leaks, damaged joists, or signs of termite signs could save big if caught early.
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