After moving into your dream home it is vital to do regular general maintenance so that you don’t end up shelling out lump sum money on issues that creep up due to negligence. Regular maintenance and repairs will increase the life and value of the property. Maintenance can be carried out monthly, Bi-annually, or annually depending on the need Below are a few points to be on the lookout for:

• Discolored or peeling paint inside or out: This occurs when there is a loss of adhesion between the paint and the surface. This may be due to various factors like water seepage, low-quality paint brands, extreme dryness or temperature, high humidity if the surface was dirty or was not properly prepared before painting. To find out the reason for the peeling before you repaint.
• Cracks in walls, especially emanating from window and door corners: Hairline cracks over doors and windows are usually due to the house settling and can be easily re-taped and painted. Wide, Jagged or diagonal cracks indicate a structural problem. This warrants a professional inspection.
• Clean bathroom taps, showerheads, and faucet aerators: DE-scale the taps; shower heads to prevent lime build-up. A DIY for DE-scaling is to dip a tea towel in vinegar and wrap it around the lime build-up, leave it for a few hours. Then scrub to easily get the residue off. This can be done monthly to retain the shine and quality of the fittings.
• Appliance maintenance: Flush out your water heater. Clean out exhaust fans to prevent mold. Wash your washing machine using a homemade solution of hot water, vinegar, and baking soda through an empty load. This can be done monthly.
• Touch up exterior paint so that your home retains the new house look longer and you can postpone the full house whitewash and paint a little longer.
• Fix any leaking tap or flush to avoid water wastage. Check and repair caulking around showers, bathtubs, and tiles. This can be done bi-annually.

Getting inspired by something is fine, but unless you have sound knowledge and experience about the process, it’s always better to seek professional help. Call us at 6374760018 to schedule a house visit.