21
Nov
By Todd Grey
Around The Home, ,

Why Regular Home Maintenance Is More Than Just a Chore

Owning a home is huge and one of the most valuable investments many of us will ever make. Like any valuable asset, your home requires care and upkeep to ensure it stays in great condition, retains value, and remains a safe, comfortable haven. Here’s why making regular home maintenance a priority pays off in the long run: 1. Preserve Property ValueA well-maintained home can significantly enhance curb appeal and preserve, or even increase, property value. Regular upkeep such as painting the exterior, maintaining landscaping, and fixing minor issues as they arise helps prevent wear and tear. If you ever decide…
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02
Aug
By Todd Grey
Home Maintenance, ,

How to Upkeep Your Home with a Year-Round Maintenance Checklist

Your home is more than just a building; it’s the setting for your life story. As you plan your monthly calendar, why not include enhancing and maintaining your home? Here, we provide a thorough guide of home maintenance tasks organized into monthly, seasonal, and year-round tips. Monthly Home Maintenance Tips Appliance Check - Regularly inspect and clean appliances such as refrigerator coils, dishwasher filters, and range hood filters. This not only keeps them running smoothly but also extends their lifespan. Inspect Plumbing - Check for water pressure issues, dripping faucets, and running toilets. Tackling these promptly can conserve water and…
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19
Aug
By Todd Grey
Home Maintenance, ,

The Top Home Maintenance Mistake’s You Must Avoid

If you own a home, you understand just how important it is to take care of it. Even though a lot of people think that if it isn't broken you should not fix it, that doesn't mean you should not take care of it. Take a look at a few of the top home maintenance mistakes you need to avoid, and do not let your home fall into a state of disrepair. Allowing The Dyer Lint To Build Up Do not allow the dryer lint to build up. Allowing the dryer lint to build up can dramatically increase your chances…
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14
Jan
By Todd Grey
Mortgage, ,

Maintain A Home’s Value With These Helpful Home Maintenance Tips

A home is an investment, so it is important to treat it as such. The best time to capitalize on a home's value is when it is sold. Therefore, it is important to take care of it with some simple home maintenance tips. There is a common misconception that if something is working well, it does not need to be fixed; however, it is always better to prevent problems from happening than to fix them after they have appeared. The average homeowner should spend between one and four percent of a home’s value per year to keep it in excellent…
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25
Aug
By Todd Grey
Mortgage, ,

A Comprehensive Home Maintenance Checklist For The Homeowner

There are many people who purchase a home with a target monthly payment in mind. This monthly payment usually includes major expenses such as the monthly mortgage payment, real estate taxes, and homeowners’ insurance. At the same time, there are other costs as well, such as home repairs and maintenance. In general, homeowners should budget between one and three percent of the home’s value every year to cover typical maintenance and repairs. This does not include renovation expenses, which might require additional funding. What are a few examples of maintenance expenses homeowners need to consider? Monthly Home Maintenance Tasks There…
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