SPRING HOUSEKEEPING
Home: The basics for the home!
Getting started is easy!!
Air Conditioner:
Don't
wait until the summer heat wave is upon us to make sure that the air conditioner
is working properly. Hire a professional to recharge and tune-up.
Make sure the thermostat is working properly so you don't waste energy and
money.
Furnace:
Don't
wait until the coldest day of the year is upon us to make sure that the furnace
is working properly. Hire a professional to recharge and tune-up.
Make sure the thermostat is working properly so you don't waste energy and
money.
Roof:
Replace
any missing or torn shingles, also check for nails that may have come
loose. New shingles can prevent water damage to the home and may increase
energy efficiency.
Chimney:
Put
a screen cover on your chimney. A screen will prevent animals from
nesting in it, which can cause damage to brick and mortar work.
Gutters: Clean
the gutters and ridge vents. Leaves, stick and other debris can clog up
your gutters and ridge vents. When gutters are clogged, rainwater backs up
and can cause damage to the wood behind the gutters and even the walls inside the house.
The Yard: A well kept yard can increase the
value of your home by 25%!!
Driveway: If
the cracks are getting larger width than the size of a ink pen, repair now or pay
later. Fixing the cracks and holes in your driveway and sidewalk will keep
water from causing more damage.
Yard: Thatch
and aerate the yard to promote growth. Putting a weed prevention
treatment on
your yard now will save time and money later.
Your
Finances: What paperwork do we keep? What can we throw away?
Keep forever:
