Home maintenance tips from the pros
The Basic Home Maintenance Series Beyond cleaning the lint trap between each use, the dryer is a simple appliance when it comes to general maintenance. This once-yearly action is easy and will prevent clogs and keep your efficiency high. How often? Yearly When? Summer Estimated Cost? $0.00 Time Commitment? 1 Hour Once a year, pull … Read more
Range Vent Hood Upkeep The Basic Home Maintenance Series Keep your range vent hood running in tip-top shape so that it can do its job of keeping smoke and grease out of your kitchen. Proper maintenance of your hood will also reduce the risk of fire. How often? Monthly When? All Year Round Estimated Cost? … Read more
Checking & Replacing HVAC Filters The Basic Home Maintenance Series Checking and Replacing your filters has a dramatic effect on your homes efficiency and comfort. I’ve read various reports as well as had a ton of feedback from HVAC specialists on frequency here but the common answer is… it depends. If you have a couple … Read more
Wood rot is one of the most damaging forces on household wood in the world. Approximately 20 billion board feet of timber is destroyed by wood rot in the United States each year– far more than is damaged annually by fire! Replacement wood used to repair damage caused by wood rot accounts for almost 10 … Read more
Inspect Roof The Basic Home Maintenance Series A twice-yearly roof inspection (or anytime after a severe storm) is a necessary tool in preventing costly repairs and complete replacements. Your roof is one of the major components of your home that provides a barrier to water infiltration. How often? Every Six Months When? Spring and Fall … Read more
The Pressure Regulator Valve (PRV) The Basic Home Maintenance Series 5 Signs Indicating It’s Time To Replace Your Pressure Regulator Valve Have you ever noticed that when you turn on your water faucet, the water tends to come out at a consistent pressure level; Thank the Pressure Regulator Valve or PRV for short! The water … Read more
Pink Slime in Your Bathroom? The Basic Home Maintenance Series Pink Slime in your bathroom? Here is an easy solution! How often? As Needed When? All Year Round Estimated Cost? < $1.00 Time Commitment? 1/2 Hour It’s a potential health hazard. Get rid of it ASAP! Ever notice red or pink slime forming inside your … Read more
Garbage Disposal Maintenance The Basic Home Maintenance Series Weekly Garbage Disposal Maintenance Simple, weekly maintenance to extend the life of your garbage disposal. How often? Weekly When? All Year Round Estimated Cost? $0.00 Time Commitment? 5 Minutes Normal use is enough to help reduce accumulation as the garbage disposal is rinsed with soapy waste water … Read more
Check Outlets & Power Cords The Basic Home Maintenance Series Check Outlets and Cords. Electrical appliances are the 4th leading cause of fires in the home and many can be prevented by a simple check of the health of your cords and outlets. How often? Monthly When? All Year Round Estimated Cost? $0.00 Time Commitment? … Read more
Cleaning The Microwave The Basic Home Maintenance Series Preventative maintenance on your microwave oven can increase its lifespan significantly. Cleaning the Microwave is critical. It will keep your kitchen looking and smelling fresh. How often? Monthly When? All Year Round Estimated Cost? $0.00 Time Commitment? 1/2 Hour Keep the inside clean. By regularly wiping out … Read more