Hello World! Welcome Friends! When most people think about buying a home, the first thing they probably think about is how much money it will cost. However, you should not allow yourself to forget that home ownership also requires a significant amount of time and effort. In the same way that changing your car’s oil on a regular basis keeps your engine in good shape and happy, keeping up with the routine maintenance tasks at your home will save you from future headaches and unnecessary expenses.
Especially for people who just bought their first home, it can be hard to think about all of these different responsibilities at once. There is no denying the fact that this is a very long list. The good news is that you can do most of it on your own even though you do not have a lot of experience. Google is your best friend, but if you get stuck, you should call a local handyman for assistance.
You might want to make a calendar for yourself so you can be as productive as possible and get all of these things done. You can get one online or at a local office supply store. You can jot down a few simple, recurring tasks for each weekend, whether you do them online or on paper, and this will help you avoid feeling overwhelmed.
Clean Your Gutters
Check on your gutters, soffits, and fascia often and clean them out so that debris doesn’t build up over the course of the year. If you do not do it, it could cause leaks, rotting, and other costly damage.
Once the trash has been carefully removed, we suggest replacing any missing caulk, cleaning and removing any dirt or grime, and fixing any holes, cracks, or places where the paint is coming off.
Make it a habit to take care of this errand every spring and every fall, or hire a professional.
Check Your HVAC systems
Hire a professional in heating, ventilation, and air conditioning to do maintenance every six months. In the spring, they should focus on the cooling system, and in the fall, they should focus on the heating system.
In the meantime, homeowners, particularly those with pets, should change their filters once a month.
Do not freak out if you see condensation building up on the outdoor unit of your air conditioning system. Clear the condensate drain with a solution consisting of vinegar, hot water, and soap. In the event that condensation keeps forming on the unit, if you observe drips, or if the air conditioner is not functioning properly, you should contact a licensed professional.
Exterminate Pests
When you see a few bugs crawling around, you might feel a little bit creeped out, but more annoyed than anything else. However, allowing bug problems to worsen could wreak major havoc on your home.
For example, termites, which eat wood, are known to threaten the stability of a house, which can lead to expensive repairs in the future. In addition, carpenter ants cause damage to the wood in which they make their nests. Powderpost beetles are wood-boring insects that can leave behind hollowed-out spaces in the wood they consume.
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