Every season in North Texas has its charms, but something about fall feels really special. As the heat begins to reside and football returns, your home maintenance needs also change seasonally.
Regular and thorough maintenance is key to keeping up with your home and preventing unnecessary damage and repairs. An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure, and regularly tending to the maintenance items disclosed below will save you countless dollars in upkeep costs over the years.
The team at Maykus Homes recommends that you review this maintenance guide as the days get a little shorter and plan your upkeep accordingly.
Why Seasonal Maintenance?
Like many other parts of your life, your home may be well-constructed and durable, but it is still under much daily wear and tear. The best-constructed home in the world will still be subjected to the same elements and conditions. While a well-built home will withstand said elements much better than, say, your camping tent or the neighborhood treehouse, it will still be impacted.
Over time, the microdamage of a clogged gutter, a frozen pipe, or a damaged roof adds up. When the underlying problem finally surfaces, it’s likely to cost you a significant amount of time and money to fix the issue, even though the original cause was likely something relatively insignificant.
The best way to prevent these future catastrophes is to plan accordingly. Prevention could nip these problems in the bud, often at a tenth the cost in time and effort. Take the time to review the following this autumn, and your home will be much more structurally secure for the year ahead.
Now, you are welcome, of course, to conduct this maintenance list throughout the year if you so choose. There’s nothing wrong with that approach! We have found, however, that setting specific times of the year for various tasks tends to work better for busy folks. If you’re the type who wants to conduct this checklist a few times a year, feel free to do so.
Some of the following maintenance tasks are easily accessible and could probably be done by most homeowners. Others require more technical expertise and are likely best reserved for professionals. Several items – such as climbing ladders, inspecting electrical work, and lifting heavier objects – are typically best reserved for an expert. Please make the safe choice when maintaining your home and only conduct maintenance you feel comfortable handling.
Your Autumn House Maintenance Checklist
- Check Vents for Blockage & Ensure All Screens Are Clean
- Clear Your Gutters of Excess Leaves & Ensure Down Pipe Connections Are Free of Blockages
- Inspect Caulking Around Windows for Space & Address Accordingly
- Turn Off Exterior Water Outlets, Drain Hoses & Check Exterior Faucets for Leaks
- Inspect the Roof for Loose Shingles & Repair as Needed
- Check Carbon Monoxide Alarms & Replace Batteries as Needed
- Vacuum & Clean Out Any Air Registers & Duct Work as Needed
The Importance of Your Home Warranty
Your home warranty is a fantastic resource that will safeguard your interests in the house. We recommend getting familiar with your home warranty to ensure you’re well-versed with the specific details of your home. Many homes will also come with specific home maintenance documents, which should be considered your default source of truth when learning about your home’s maintenance needs.
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