Keeping your home maintained in tip top shape can prevent issues down the track, preserving its value for decades to come. Your home is your biggest investment and if you take care of it, you will reap the rewards later.
Home maintenance is ongoing. That’s one of the joys of owning your own home, that there’s always something to do. But where do you start?
To help keep track of your maintenance we recommend splitting your upkeep into seasons. Having a list will help you identify which maintenance items hold priority over other items. Check out The Mortgage Girls seasonal maintenance tips below.
Summer
Summer
Got to love summer! A chance to get out, enjoy the sunshine and focus on the exterior of your home!
Add these maintenance tips & ideas to your summer schedule.
- Wash your windows both inside and out. It's amazing how dirty windows can get, especially if you have paws or tiny hands touching them!
- Inspect your house exterior for loose or rotted cladding. Pressure wash siding or brick. This will help get rid of any dust, dirt, tree sap, bird droppings, etc. Keeping an eye on these items can help ensure you future proof your home and catch any wear and tear early to keep on top of it.
- Repair and repaint any chipped, cracking or faded exterior paint. Besides improving your home’s curb appeal, it will also help protect it from the elements.
- Have your heating source/system's annual service completed to help extend its life and improve efficiency.
- Clear and clean your gutters and down spouting to ensure there are no blockages.
- Water blast and reseal your deck. This will help prevent any wood from splitting, fraying or cracking.
- Refill cracks on cement walkway or driveway. Concrete is strong, but it can be easily damaged by standing water and freezing water that seeps in through the cracks.
- Inspect outdoor play equipment. Reinforce, tighten and re-stain, reseal or repaint as needed.
- Inspect fencing. Reinforce, re-stain, reseal or repaint as needed.
- Clean the dryer vent and exhaust duct. Without some maintenance, clogged lint and dust in your dryer vents could cause a house fire.
- Check brick tuckpointing. Also, inspect the foundation for cracks or leaks. Foundation cracks can create an entry point for groundwater, insects and radon gas.
- Prune trees and shrubs. Tidy up any hedging.
- Visually check the outside of your home including your roof, walls and foundations. Look for gaps, cracks, moss, mould or damage. If you notice anything talk to a specialist to discuss the best course of action to repair or replace.
- When checking your roof, inspect other such as a chimney, solar panels, tv aerial & or dish at the same time for any wear/tear or upkeep requirements.
Helping you look after your home
If you take the time to look after your home, it will look after you. Regular maintenance can help prevent issues, wear and tear over time. Plus, potential buyers can always tell when a home has been well-maintained, which can help you maximise the value of your home.
When you need repairs, plumbing, electrical or gutter cleaning done, The Mortgage Girls recommend calling in the experts who can get the job done professionally and safely, saving you the hassle. On the other hand, if you’re up to date with your maintenance schedule and you’re after more ways where your home can look after you, get in touch.
Talk to our financial advisers today on 0800 864 864.
Contact us today on 0800 864 864 or message us here.
Winter
Winter
Going to be inside anyway? Why not spend time maintaining the inside of your home?
Add these maintenance tips & ideas to add to your winter schedule.
- Test your smoke alarms, replace the batteries, and make sure they are all running ok.
- Quake Safe your home and get your Emergency Kit updated/topped up.
- Appliance Maintenance - clean filters on your dishwasher and heat pump etc, deep clean your oven, washing machine and drier.
- Clean out stovetops, oven, and gas range.
- Check all locks and deadbolts on your doors and windows.
- Clean drains in sinks, tubs, showers, and dishwashers.
- Remove showerheads and clean sediment.
- Inspect the inside of your home’s floors, walls, ceilings, and roof space. Look out for moisture, leaks, dampness, damage, cracks, mould, condensation, and musty smells. Call in an expert to complete any required repairs/maintenance.
Helping you look after your home
If you take the time to look after your home, it will look after you. Regular maintenance can help prevent issues, wear and tear over time. Plus, potential buyers can always tell when a home has been well-maintained, which can help you maximise the value of your home.
When you need repairs, plumbing, electrical or gutter cleaning done, The Mortgage Girls recommend calling in the experts who can get the job done professionally and safely, saving you the hassle. On the other hand, if you’re up to date with your maintenance schedule and you’re after more ways where your home can look after you, get in touch.
Talk to our financial advisers today on 0800 864 864.
Contact us today on 0800 864 864 or message us here.
Autumn
Autumn
Autumn is such a fun season with beautiful colours followed by leaves falling off the trees!
Add these tips & ideas to your autumn home maintenance schedule.
- Check your heating system is ready for winter with a clean or service.
- Turn off and flush outdoor water faucets.
- Clean rain gutters.
- On a fine day, shampoo your carpet or upholstery.
- Check for any cracks/gaps in doors and windows and re-caulk/seal if required.
- Drain, clean, and cover the outdoor swimming pool.
- More in depth checks you can look to have electrical, plumbing, air leak testing and building reports completed to let you know of any suggested maintenance or upkeep.
- Pressure wash weatherboards, cladding or home exterior. Did you know, washing the outside of your home is usually part of the paint manufacturer’s warranty
Helping you look after your home
If you take the time to look after your home, it will look after you. Regular maintenance can help prevent issues, wear and tear over time. Plus, potential buyers can always tell when a home has been well-maintained, which can help you maximise the value of your home.
When you need repairs, plumbing, electrical or gutter cleaning done, The Mortgage Girls recommend calling in the experts who can get the job done professionally and safely, saving you the hassle. On the other hand, if you’re up to date with your maintenance schedule and you’re after more ways where your home can look after you, get in touch.
Talk to our financial advisers today on 0800 864 864.
Contact us today on 0800 864 864 or message us here.
Spring
Spring
Spring clean!!!
After spending all of winter inside, add these tips & ideas to add to your spring home maintenance schedule
- Bugs and other pests - you are not the only one who loves your home. Check out kitchen cabinets, bathroom cabinets, have a look into the roof, keep cobwebs clear and take care of any ants, spiders, moths etc.
- Clean behind the fridge and vacuum the coils in the back to keep it running smoothly.
- Check drains and inspect plumbing for leaks as well as outdoor faucets.
- Remove lint and debris from the hoses behind your washer and dryer.
- Clean ceiling fans and kitchen exhaust fan filters.
- Oil garage door opener and chain, garage door, and all door hinges.
- Clean the washing machine and fireplace.
- Inspect roofing for damage, leaks, etc.
- Roof for missing or cracked shingles and trouble spots
- Clean out the gutters.
- Trim trees or shrubs back.
- Clean the BBQ (and get it ready for summer)
- Wash your windows both inside and out.
- Pressure-wash outdoor areas. (Or call someone in to do it for you)
- Rake the lawn.
- Power-wash windows and siding.
- Pump the septic tank.
- Fertilize your lawn.
- Get into the pantry, pull everything out, wipe the shelves down and give it a good scrub!
- Get into the roof & cupboards, it's amazing how many things we pop away into cupboards. Have a good clear out!
Helping you look after your home
If you take the time to look after your home, it will look after you. Regular maintenance can help prevent issues, wear and tear over time. Plus, potential buyers can always tell when a home has been well-maintained, which can help you maximise the value of your home.
When you need repairs, plumbing, electrical or gutter cleaning done, The Mortgage Girls recommend calling in the experts who can get the job done professionally and safely, saving you the hassle. On the other hand, if you’re up to date with your maintenance schedule and you’re after more ways where your home can look after you, get in touch.
Talk to our financial advisers today on 0800 864 864.
Contact us today on 0800 864 864 or message us here.
Helping you look after your home
If you take the time to look after your home, it will look after you. Regular maintenance can help prevent issues, wear and tear over time. Plus, potential buyers can always tell when a home has been well-maintained, which can help you maximise the value of your home.
When you need repairs, plumbing, electrical or gutter cleaning done, The Mortgage Girls recommend calling in the experts who can get the job done professionally and safely, saving you the hassle. On the other hand, if you’re up to date with your maintenance schedule and you’re after more ways where your home can look after you, get in touch.
Talk to our financial advisers today on 0800 864 864.
Contact us today on 0800 864 864 or message us here.