One of the most important parts of owning real estate is the regular upkeep and preventative measures that can end up saving you THOUSANDS of dollars. Below are some of the most important
- Septic Tank pump outs – a normal septic tank is 1,000 gallons and a household of 4 people can normally make it 4-5 years before a pump out is needed. Now, the more occupants, the more often a pump out is needed.
- HVAC check up – HVAC’s should be checked at least 1 time per year to ensure the charges and pressures are within range for proper cooling.
- Tree Limb Trimming – once a year an owner should ensure that no tree limbs or bushes are touching the house, the roof, or outside a/c units.
- Termite Bonds – It is recommended to have a termite bond on any home, wether a personal or investment home. Termite bonds required annual inspection and refill of stations. The month of May is the “swarming season” for our area, so it is important to ensure all stations are ready.
- Gutter Cleaning – Roof gutters should be cleaned every 1-2 months to ensure proper flow of rain water. If gutters are not cleaned, it can cause a overflow and show itself inside the home, appearing as a roof leak and cause internal damage.
- Sprinkler System Drain/Prime – every winter a sprinkler system should be drained and insulated for the season to ensure no pipes are holding water and burst in cold temps. Come Spring time, they are be primed and placed back in working order to get your lawn looking green.
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