Tag: Home Maintenance

Posted on 06/09/2024

Sweat equity is a term used in real estate and in the business world. For real estate, sweat equity refers to the amount of effort a homeowner or investor puts into improving a property. For those interested in flipping homes, this concept is crucial to determining the home's value. Here is some more info about sweat equity to...

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Posted on 12/31/2023

DIY: 3 Electrical Repairs That Don't Need an Electrician

Loose outlets, overloaded circuits and other problems can raise the risk of fires and electric shock. While you should call an electrician for major electrical issues, you can do simple ones on your own. Here are a few DIY electrical repairs you can handle on your own. Loose Outlets Outlets can become loose over time, resulting in loose...

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Posted on 09/03/2023

Benefits of routine HVAC maintenance

Your HVAC system is responsible for keeping your home feeling as warm or cool as needed, so it's important to keep it in good condition. Wear and tear can occur as your HVAC system runs over the years, which can result in damage or inefficient heating and cooling. Having routine HVAC maintenance done can help keep your system...

Air Quality

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Posted on 02/05/2023

How do you prepare for a home insurance inspection?

To obtain or keep a homeowners insurance policy, your home...

Home Inspections

Home Insurance Inspection

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Posted on 10/23/2022

6 Simple DIY Repairs

Knowing how to do some home repairs can help you save money and time. Instead of having to wait for professional repairs to be done, you can tackle these on your own. While it's best to leave major repairs to professionals, consider trying the following simple DIY repairs. Torn Screens When your window screens have tears or rips,...

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Posted on 10/02/2022

How to address common hazards in older houses

Older homes might have high-quality, solid structures and seem to be in good condition. However, there are possible hidden hazards lurking in your older house. Knowing what these hazards are can help you make sure your older home provides a safe place for you and your household. These are a few of the more common kinds of hazards...

Asbestos

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Posted on 04/17/2022

Annual maintenance tasks for your home

Your home goes through a fair amount of wear and tear throughout the year, which can result in needing to repair or replace certain elements. However, performing annual maintenance tasks can help your home stay in excellent condition year after year. Here are a few tasks to complete throughout your year to keep your home fresh and rejuvenated:...

Garage Door

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Posted on 05/09/2021

You Don't Have to Live With Lousy Drawer Slides

Photo by StockSnap via Pixabay Kitchen and bathroom drawer slides are built to take a beating. You've undoubtedly had an item stuck and had to force the drawer open. Somehow it still worked after that. Children pull down on them, trying to climb up onto the cabinet. Mindless adults or teens slam them shut from time to time....

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Posted on 10/27/2019

A Fresh Coat of Paint Can Transform Your Home

While home ownership can be a very satisfying and rewarding experience, it does bring with it a new set of responsibilities and demands. Whether you're buying a brand new home or a fixer-upper, several things will have a major impact on your lifestyle. One of them is the need is to personally handle or manage your own repairs, decorating,...

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