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Monthly Home Maintenance Tips - February
Mon 19 Feb 2007 - 17:22
Monthly Home Maintenance Tips - February
By Kimberly Dolson
In today's busy society, many homeowners, like me, don't necessarily know or do the things that we should each month to keep our homes in good operating order. For your benefit, here's a checklist for the month of February. This process is simple and will help you to develop good habits for year-round home maintenance. Follow my preventative tips each month to keep your home in good working order, discover potential problems before they happen, and keep your home warranty company happy and working for you.
1. Check air filters. Replace if dirty.
2. Inspect foundation walls for signs of termites. This is a must do in subtropical climates like Central Florida. Look for tunnels or dirt bridges, and contact a professional exterminator if you suspect a problem.
3. Inspect and clean gutters. All straps, clips, and spikes should be fastened tightly. Flush debris from downspouts and make sure that they and splashbacks direct water at least 3 feet away from your foundation.
4. Inspect roof eaves for leak stains. Check for loose, cracked, or missing shingles and for loose granules on asphalt shingle roofs. Go into your attic and check underneath the roof for stains that indicate leaking. Asphalt shingle roofs can generally be expected to last 10 - 12 years in Florida.
5. Check hoses around washing machine for leaks. Replace if necessary.
I hope you find this checklist helpful. Each month, tips for maintaining your home will be provided in an additional report. For a full report, Monthly Home Maintenance Tips: January through December, visit http://www.srgmac.com/kdolson, or email Kimberly at kdolson@srgmac.com.
Kimberly Dolson is a licensed Florida Realtor, specializing in property location for investors, negotiations for first-time homebuyers, and additional services for individuals in transition. She offers a home-buyer concierge service to bring pre-qualified buyers to the door and to make the home buying process a painless one for both buyers and sellers. Visit http://www.srgmac.com/kdolson to view homes for sale online or to find out how much your home is worth.
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