Leak…..one of the most dreaded words of a home-owner. The worst part of leaks is that often times, most of the damage caused by a leak comes from the amount of time that goes by before a leak is discovered. If you catch a leak right away, you can fix the issue and use dehumidifiers […]

Ok, I know it doesn’t sound very glamorous, but wouldn’t you love to finally master keeping your drains clear from all the tangles of hair that seem so determined to hold back your shower water from draining? Well, I am here to teach you how to become a master. After this blog post, you will […]

Today I am writing a sister post for my washing machine maintenance blog from a few week’s ago. Do you remember? If you missed it, go check it out now!   This week is about your clothe’s dryer maintenance and what you should be doing. I think we all know about cleaning out your lint […]

This week’s blog, rain gutter maintenance, is perfect for springtime cleaning….especially now if you are stuck at home during these crazy times.   Gutters, just like your roof, need to have leaves, sticks, and debris cleaned out. Oh, you missed the roof maintenance post? No worries, you can read all about it here!   All […]

There are many different siding types for your home. Wood is just one of these. Even within the category of wood siding, there is wide range. You often will see cedar or cypress used for soffits and fascia boards. Generally, wood siding is painted so it can be pine, spruce, or fir which are generally […]

Refrigerator maintenance….something not talked about very often. And truly there isn’t a lot of maintenance required other than general cleaning. However there is one important maintenance item for refrigerators that you do need to be doing.   If you have a refrigerator that has the water/ice dispenser, you need to be changing your water filter. […]

Ya’ll, I have been shocked over the years to see some of the washers being used to “clean” clothes, and they almost always have one thing in common…..they are front-loading washers. And when I say shocked, I mean I would rather just wear dirty clothes. Okay, that may be a little bit of an exaggeration, […]

I am so excited because this blog launches my Home Maintenance Blog Series!! This series covers the basics of home maintenance and what you need to be doing on a consistent basis to be prolonging the life of your home. Ready to jump right in? I thought so……today, we’re going to be looking at roof […]