Keeping Up With Home Improvements

If you’ve recently bought a home in the Washington, DC area, congratulations! Owning your own home is a great feeling and a big commitment. There will always be the ongoing process of maintenance, as well as renovations to help increase value. If you’ve recently moved or you’ve been in your home for several decades, it’s critical to stay on top of home repairs. hammer

What Types Of Repairs Should I Look Into?

To avoid additional expenses, be sure to check the following places inside and outside of your DC Metro home. If left unrepaired, these can end up costing you in the long run.

  • Make Sure Your Roof Is Not Missing Shingles
  • Test Your Electrical Outlets
  • Check For Leaks In The Plumbing
  • Look For Cracks In The Walls (This Could Be A Sign of Foundational Problems)
  • Keep An Eye Out For Standing Water In The Attic or The Basement
  • Make Sure Large Tree Branches Are Not Growing Directly Over Your Roof
  • Search For Signs of Damage Caused By Pests

Keeping Track of Needed Home Improvements

To make sure your home repairs don’t get away from you, you may want to make an annual check list throughout the home to ensure everything is in working order. This can really help you catch a problem in the early stages, before it becomes a major ordeal.

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Melinda Estridge
melinda@estridgegroup.com
Long and Foster Realtors
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