Podcast Episode 43 — Maintenance Matters
Today let’s talk about home maintenance.
Well maintained homes tend to run like a top. Taking the time to keep up with maintenance saves time and money. It might seem like a lot of work to do regular maintenance, but the costs for waiting can be very high. A lot of expensive repairs can be avoided with routine maintenance.
Home maintenance varies. Some maintenance is daily, while other things are done once per month, as season’s change, or once per year. The key is to make maintenance a priority, so you don’t become overwhelmed or have an unexpected and outrageous expense.
Use this list as a helpful maintenance guide
Annual Maintenance
- Clean gutters
- Trim trees
- Inspect roof
- Inspect dryer vent
- Clean refrigerator coils
- Inspect heating and air
- Inspect water heater
- Weatherize home (fall)
Your home will have specific needs that you can add to the list as well. Taking the time to do annual maintenance will help you determine if an appliance is failing or if there are hazards that need attention. Failing to do annual inspections and maintenance can result in leaks, fires, or…
