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H O ME I MP R O V E ME N T
The Reality Real Estate
By Kay Rowe, HomeSmart Realty Group and Embrace Life LLC Top Home Maintenance Tips
Home maintenance is more than just a point of pride. It’s also a good way to save money and time. But what kind of home maintenance should you focus on? The National Home Service Contract Association (NHSCA) asked professional Service Contractors what they thought. Use this guide to give your home the touch of the experts and keep your house humming.
1. Check and change your air filter. Many of the surveyed Service Contractors had check and change your air filter near the top of their list of recommendations. All of the Service Contractors recommended changing your air filter every 1–3 months.
2. Keep your outdoor air conditioning unit free of debris. When your outdoor unit has debris around it, it restricts airflow. This can lead to damage down the line. Sweep away leaves and dirt with a broom, then use a garden hose to spray the coils down.
3. Drain your water heater at least once a year. Surveyed Service Contractors recommend that you drain your water heater at least once a year. Draining your water heater prevents mineral buildup that can harm your tank, heating elements and pipes, making the water heater run less efficiently and shortening its life span.
4. Winterize your outside hose faucets. When it gets cold, your pipes can freeze if you didn’t properly
Here are a few ways to spruce up the front:
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