{"id":209,"date":"2017-03-02T14:54:14","date_gmt":"2017-03-02T14:54:14","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/homecheck.server285.com\/?page_id=209"},"modified":"2018-11-26T21:44:12","modified_gmt":"2018-11-26T21:44:12","slug":"home-maintenance-tips","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/hcp.dalegruberconstruction.com\/?page_id=209","title":{"rendered":"Home Maintenance Tips"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"the_content\"><p>Your home is a significant investment! In order to uphold the warranties and the beauty of your home, certain preservation procedures are required annually. Taking care of your home and performing routine maintenance will help keep your home in good condition and functioning as it should.\u00a0We are making it easy for you&#8230;just click the season for tips on what needs to be done around your home. Contact us if you want a professional to help you take care of your home properly and safely.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2><a href=\"#spring\">Spring<\/a>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0|\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<a href=\"#summer\">Summer<\/a>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0|\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<a href=\"#fall\">Fall<\/a>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0|\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<a href=\"#winter\">Winter<\/a><\/h2>\n<hr \/>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div id=\"spring\">\n<h3>Tips for Spring<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>\u00a0 Check and clean central air conditioning system<\/li>\n<li>\u00a0 Replace or clean air filters per manufacturer&#8217;s recommendations<\/li>\n<li>\u00a0 Clean or replace furnace filter, as needed<\/li>\n<li>\u00a0 Clean range hood filter<\/li>\n<li>\u00a0 Clean dryer vent<\/li>\n<li>\u00a0 Check adjustment of door thresholds<\/li>\n<li>\u00a0 Check smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detectors<\/li>\n<li>\u00a0 Check and clean sump pump and pit<\/li>\n<li>\u00a0 Fertilize lawn and control weeds<\/li>\n<li>\u00a0 Turn on exterior faucets, if shut off for winter<\/li>\n<li>\u00a0 Check gutters and downspouts and clean, if needed<\/li>\n<li>\u00a0 Wash windows and the exterior of the house to remove dust and dirt<\/li>\n<li>\u00a0 Maintain proper grades for drainage away from the house &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=GVKv1b1jd4A\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Click here to watch our How To video<\/a><\/li>\n<li>\u00a0 If the house is exposed to a hail or wind storm, contact a professional to examine the roof for damage<\/li>\n<li>\u00a0 Check roof periodically for loose vent flashing and shingles<\/li>\n<li>\u00a0 Check and repair or seal coat asphalt driveway, as needed<\/li>\n<li>\u00a0 If landscaping, call Gopher State One at 800-252-1166, to locate underground utility lines before digging<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<hr class=\"divider\" \/>\n<div id=\"summer\">\n<h3>Tips for Summer<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>\u00a0 Clean or replace furnace filter, as needed<\/li>\n<li>\u00a0 Check carbon monoxide detectors and smoke detectors<\/li>\n<li>\u00a0 Recharge fire extinguishers<\/li>\n<li>\u00a0 Clean range hood filter<\/li>\n<li>\u00a0 Air out damp basements on dry days or use a dehumidifier<\/li>\n<li>\u00a0 Check and repair caulking and grout in bath and shower tiles<\/li>\n<li>\u00a0 Inspect basement and\/or crawl space for seepage and leakage<\/li>\n<li>\u00a0 Check around the exterior of the house to make sure there are no low areas that can pool water and cause basement damage<\/li>\n<li>\u00a0 Service air conditioning unit and make up air unit<\/li>\n<li>\u00a0 Re-caulk windows and doors &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=PE80fu_nL1Q&amp;t=8s\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Click here to watch our How To video<\/a><\/li>\n<li>\u00a0 Watch our How To video<\/li>\n<li>\u00a0 Check gutters and downspouts and clean, if needed<\/li>\n<li>\u00a0 Trim trees and shrubs<\/li>\n<li>\u00a0 Mow grass slightly higher during the hot weeks of summer<\/li>\n<li>\u00a0 Water grass at least one inch per week, depending on soil<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<hr class=\"divider\" \/>\n<div id=\"fall\">\n<h3>Tips for Fall<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>\u00a0 Check heating and ventilating system<\/li>\n<li>\u00a0 Check smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detectors<\/li>\n<li>\u00a0 Always use bath exhaust fan while showering<\/li>\n<li>\u00a0 Clean or replace furnace filter, as needed<\/li>\n<li>\u00a0 Clean range hood filter<\/li>\n<li>\u00a0 Clean dryer vent<\/li>\n<li>\u00a0 Always use kitchen exhaust fan while cooking<\/li>\n<li>\u00a0 Check adjustment of door thresholds<\/li>\n<li>\u00a0 Check and repair all cracked, separated, or missing exterior caulking and weather stripping<\/li>\n<li>\u00a0 Wash windows and the exterior of the house to remove dust and dirt<\/li>\n<li>\u00a0 Get the snow blower tuned up before it snows<\/li>\n<li>\u00a0 Aerate the lawn and blow out irrigation system<\/li>\n<li>\u00a0 Check gutters and downspouts and clean, if needed<\/li>\n<li>\u00a0 Water grass as long as possible, until the ground freezes<\/li>\n<li>\u00a0 With standard frost-free hose bibs, disconnect the hose so the faucet can drain out and not freeze pipes. For non-frost proof outside hose bibs, shut off exterior faucets and drain pipes before temperatures drop to freezing.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<hr class=\"divider\" \/>\n<div id=\"winter\">\n<h3>Tips for Winter<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>\u00a0 Keep humidity levels lower as the temperature drops<\/li>\n<li>\u00a0 Keep window treatments open as much as possible<\/li>\n<li>\u00a0 Clean or replace furnace filter, as needed<\/li>\n<li>\u00a0 Check hot water heater for mineral build up<\/li>\n<li>\u00a0 Clean range hood filter<\/li>\n<li>\u00a0 Check smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detectors<\/li>\n<li>\u00a0 Occasionally open a couple of windows for about 10 minutes to help air quality and prevent moisture build-up<\/li>\n<li>\u00a0 Clean faucet aerators<\/li>\n<li>\u00a0 Pour water in floor drains to maintain the trap&#8217;s water barrier<\/li>\n<li>\u00a0 Check outside vents (dryers, bath exhaust fans, furnaces, etc.) to make sure they are working properly and free of frost, snow and debris.<\/li>\n<li>\u00a0 With an older home that is not well insulated, a professional should remove the snow from the roof to prevent shingle damage and ice dams from from forming<\/li>\n<li>\u00a0 Avoid walking or driving on the lawn without snow cover<\/li>\n<li>\u00a0 Keep egress windows free and clear of snow and debris<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Your home is a significant investment! 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