Tag: Home Maintenance

Posted on 05/12/2024

Spring cleaning: Tasks to help maintain your home

Winter weather can take a toll on your home both inside and out. Spring, however, is a good time to perform maintenance tasks that ensure your home is ready for warmer weather. The following tasks should be part of your spring maintenance checklist. Check your roof If you have had snow storms, ice storms and other winter weather...

Gutters

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Posted on 04/14/2024

How to address common hazards in older houses

Older homes might have high-quality, solid structures and seem to be in good condition. However, there are possible hidden hazards lurking in your older house. Knowing what these hazards are can help you make sure your older home provides a safe place for you and your household. These are a few of the more common kinds of hazards...

Asbestos

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Posted on 10/22/2023

Sweat Equity & Your Home Improvement: Pros & Cons

If you’re thinking about buying a fixer-upper or are interested in flipping homes, it’s important to understand sweat equity. This concept has to do with the time and effort you put into improving a property. Because it’s not based on dollar amounts, it's difficult to calculate. However, there are major pros and cons to investing your time as...

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Posted on 10/24/2021

Home Maintenance Apps and Resale Value: Finding the Right Fit

Photo by Andrea Piacquadio from Pexels Preserving your resale value starts with spending time and money on small repairs rather than waiting until you need a major renovation. Luckily, there are home maintenance apps built for busy owners who have a lot of other responsibilities on their plate. Far more than just a glorified notes section on your...

Household Apps

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Posted on 02/28/2021

Does your Roof Need to be Repaired? Here's How to Tell

Photo by Joel Dunn via Pixabay Your roof is an important part of your home, and for something of its size, it is surprisingly delicate. Even minor problems can have a lasting impact on the integrity of your home. Learning how to spot some of the most common problems allows you to seek out help when you need...

Home Maintenance

Roof

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Posted on 06/07/2020

DIY: Fix Your Windows & Door Screens

Photo by Chris Thornton from Pexels Thanks to screens, we can enjoy being outdoors without all the dirt and insects. Open windows let the breeze in without letting in anything else, and we can picnic on our screened-in porches without the bug spray. Screens can generally take a lot of wear and tear, but when subjected to winds,...

Windows

Updates To Your Home

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Posted on 12/22/2019

Preparing Your Home for Winter

Image by Tracy Adams from Unsplash Winter can be both a beautiful and dreaded season for homeowners. It often arrives with various weather challenges that may affect your home. Snow, ice, cold temperatures, and other harsh elements can cause problems in your house or impact your energy bills if you are not prepared. If you are new to...

Winterize Your Home

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