Keep Repair Costs Down

Neglecting major house maintenance not only affects your enjoyment of your home, it will affect the overall value if and when you put your house on the market for sale. Here are eight common household problems you should correct immediatly to keep home repair costs down. Next to each problem is the damage that can occur if the problem is not corrected early.

1) Faulty Roof Flashings
Roof leaks and potential structural and cosmetic damage.

2) Malfunctioning Gutters
Water damage inside the house.

3) Poor Foundation Grading
Dampness or water inside the house.

4) Poor Tub/Shower Caulking and Grouting
A water leak can spread almost anywhere, but mainly to the rooms below the fixture.

5) Damaged Bathroom Tile
Loose fixtures and/or water leakage to the area below.

6) Not Enough Electrical Outlets
Overloading of existing outlets and a potential fire hazard.

7) Poor Attic Ventilation
Roof sheathing rot form excessive moisture.

8) Poor Mechanical System Upkeep
Systems will not work efficiently or live up to their expected life spans (particularly true for heating and cooling systems). Case in point: Neglecting annual gas furnace inspections could create soot buildup in the flue and result in a chimney fire.

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