Essential Home Maintenance Checklist

Your home is your largest investment. Make sure you are protecting this asset with essential periodic home maintenance. Check out our recommendations: 1. Regularly check and replace smoke detector batteries: Smoke detectors are a crucial safety feature in any home. Make it a habit to check the batteries in your smoke detectors regularly and replace them as needed. This simple task can save lives in the event of a fire. 2. Inspect all water lines, faucets, and toilets for leakage. Catching water leaks early is key to preventing costly repairs. 3. Replace HVAC system filters to keep unit running efficiently and to prevent potential breakdowns. This will also help improve indoor air quality, which is especially important for anyone with young children and Seniors as well. 4. Inspect dryer vent for blockage. This is the most common cause of dryer fires and is easily preventable. 5. Consider changing out your lighting to energy efficient LED bulbs. They will reduce your overall energy consumption, last longer and as a bonus give off way less heat over the hot summer months.

6. Home Exterior. Check all security lighting, power wash outside surfaces to remove any slippery areas, caulk areas to rain and weatherproof, Inspect gutters and remove debris.

7. Inspect basement for any water intrusion. Ensure adequate space around any HVAC units or water heaters for safety and fire hazard. 8. Inspect attic for any leaks and check carefully for any animal intrusion. It is common to see squirrels and birds nesting if they can find a way in. This can turn out to be a very serious odor issue if they die in your attic.

These are just a few of our essential home maintenance tips. Remember, it's never too late to prioritize home maintenance and make your living environment the best it can be. Our HomePros are always available to discuss your home's specific needs.