In today's fast paced lifestyle it's hard to find the time to do all the things that need to be done around the house. Because homeowners spend most of their time earning a living, the general upkeep of their dwelling is either contracted out or, sad to say, ignored until a crisis demands their immediate attention. This is why it is so important to have a maintenance strategy in place.
A house needs to have a regular 'check-up' to make sure everything is in good working condition. Create a list of inspections to be done at scheduled intervals. Check all plumbing connections and appliances that utilize water for any leaks once a month. This would include toilets, sinks, tubs, dish washers and water heaters. It's also a good time to test the smoke detectors.
Every three to four months take a walk around the outside of the house and look for any tree branches that may need pruning and clean up deadwood that might attract insects. Clean any debris from around the heating unit. Next, go into the attic and examine it for water leaks. Another job for this time slot would be to pull out the refrigerator and vacuum dust from behind it.
At least once a year, look for such things as missing shingles, loose siding, separated caulking around windows or cracks in the foundation. Examine crawl spaces and basements for moisture or mold. Also check the living areas for any cracks or stains on drywall which may be covering up a more serious problem.
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