Tips on Home Repair & Maintenance

October 1, 2020

Here are a few great tips on Home Repair & Maintenance

Once you’ve finally settled in, you may start to view your home with a more objective eye. Perhaps there are things you’d like to change — the kitchen cabinets or the flooring, for instance. Maybe some things require repairs, such as the plumbing or the windows. You will soon realize that maintenance, repair and renovations are a normal part of homeownership.

Perform Regular Maintenance and Repair

One of the best things you can do is get to know your new home. By doing regular maintenance and taking care of minor repairs right away, you’ll avoid more costly repairs down the road. Here are some things you need to know:

  • Your home has various components that work together. These include mechanical systems (heating, air conditioning and ventilation) and the building envelope (foundations, floors, walls, windows, doors and roof).
  • It would be best if you learned enough about the major mechanical systems of your home to perform routine maintenance and handle various emergencies. Every adult member of your household should know the location of the following:
    • Main shutoff valves for water and fuel
    • Emergency switch for the furnace or burner
    • Hot water heater thermostat
    • Main electrical switch
    • Fuse box or circuit breaker box
  • Renovations targeted at increasing energy efficiency may affect appliances exhausting by a chimney. Check chimney performance if you tighten the envelope or add exhaust fans.
  • Air moisture, heat, and air pressure, when balanced, ensure a healthy home. Remember that houses, like people, get old. It’s a good idea to inspect your home regularly and replace or repair parts and materials that wear out with use and time.

You will probably be able to do many of the repairs yourself. However, if you feel you cannot handle the job independently, it is best to call an expert. No matter who repairs, remember that the work has to be well done. Harmful materials and poor quality will end up costing you more in the end. Don’t forget to keep records of any repairs and improvements made. And remember that since different components of your home maintenance together affect each other, minor repairs can quickly become major ones if not immediately achieved.

Source: by Adviceon, in tandem for a client.

 

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