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Home Care
by Scott Sauer
Advanced Structural Inspections

Regular Home Maintenance
This month I will be discussing home maintenance items that I suggest should be completed twice a year. A good way to remember when it's time to check these items is to do them at each time change.

  • Examine the roof for damage, checking all flashings and vents
  • Check the attic, looking for evidence of leaks and making sure the insulation is in it’s proper place
  • Trim vegetation from the exterior of the house, making sure there is no contact with the house
  • Check the irrigation, making sure no water is making contact with any part of the exterior of the structure
  • Check the exterior foundation and brick walls looking for any damage, such as cracks, which may show movement
  • Check the grading around the house, making sure that water will flow away from the structure
  • Check all caulking and weather-stripping and repair as needed
  • Check all ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) devices
  • Check the hot water heater’s temperature and pressure relief valve
  • Clean and lubricate the garage door hinges and rollers
  • Clean ceiling fan blades and light fixtures
  • Ensure flashlights have fresh batteries in case of emergency
  • Test and replace smoke detector batteries
  • Have the heating and cooling system inspected and repaired if needed
  • Flush the hot water heater
  • Check paint, siding, or masonry for deterioration and repair as needed
  • Clean sliding door tracks and lubricate
  • Look over the interior walls and ceiling for cracks, sags, or bowing
  • Clean and seal the tile grout

This is a very limited list, although it will give you a good start on items that need to be examined regularly. Look for my articles each month for further information. My credentials are as follows:

Licenses:

  • Real Estate Broker/Salesperson
  • Certified Residential Inspector

Environmental Solutions Association Certifications:

  • Certified Mold & Allergen Inspector

International Codes Council:

  • Certified Residential Building Codes, Mechanical Codes &
  • Plumbing Codes Inspector

Member of the Boulder City Chamber of Commerce

For more information, contact Scott at www.scottsauer.com.




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