Owning a home is a wonderful experience. It gives you a safe haven to enjoy your free time, a place to spend time with family, and even a place to weather out the storms of life. But the smooth navigation of homeownership is only possible when you perform maintenance properly.
The following home maintenance checklist can help you stay on top of all the problems that could happen.
Yearly Maintenance
Call in an expert to come and inspect your AC unit. A professional will give it some tender loving care and check to see if any parts need to be replaced. By having a yearly HVAC inspection, you protect your AC unit and/or furnace.
Call a reliable pest control expert to inspect your home for rodents, termites, and insects that could cause serious health issues and allergy problems. The last thing you want is a problem with termites or other pests that could cause serious damage or even the loss of your home.
Once a year, call the roofer to come and inspect your home’s roof. The professional will check the roof and look for any shingles that have been damaged during bad weather. Roofers will also repair and keep your roof maintained so you won’t have to get it replaced too soon.
A reliable roofing inspector will check your gutters and flashings. He will look for signs of moisture damages and will tell you when you need to fix or replace shingles.
You want to inspect your roof after every storm or severe weather conditions like hail, snow, or extremely high winds.
Seasonal Maintenance
Every season, take a walk around your home. Examine the interior and exterior, look for humidity on the walls or roof, and call for help if you see something that is not normal such as humid or moldy patches, holes, or siding damage.
Clean the yard and rake leaves away from the home so they don’t serve as a place where water can accumulate. Fix any cracks and gaps you might see. Check the windows and caulk areas if necessary. Do the same for doors. Be sure to oil door mechanisms or rails.
Monthly Maintenance
Inspect your home monthly to look for these telltale signs of debris, dirt, or other issues that may require professional help. Keep outdoor and indoor areas well maintained and clean. You can clean your sink drains, check your smoke alarms, fire extinguishers, and electrical cords. Make sure you change out all the batteries.
You also want to flush the water heater to remove any sediment which could damage the heater over time.
Keeping your home maintained and bringing in a professional to do yearly inspections can keep your home from needing major repairs for a long time. It can also help your home retain value and improve your chances of selling it well when the time comes.
