home maintenance tips: The Time to Winterize is Now - 11/11/10 12:34 PM
Edmond, OK  Winter is just around the corner.  And nothing is worse than a flooded house on a frosty day (especially an inspection day)!  It's time to winterize those vacant properties.  Here are a few steps to take to get your vacant house ready for old man winter and help prevent a burst frozen pipe;
Turn off the water at the meter Drain water from the faucet at the lowest point inside the house and also from the outside faucet Disconnect all exterior hoses Consult a professional for sprinkler system Set thermostat to 55 degrees Open cabinet doors to allow airflow … (1 comments)

home maintenance tips: Is Your Furnace Ready for Winter? Mine Isn't Either! - 11/03/10 10:42 AM
Good grief it was so very cold in Edmond, Oklahoma this morning!  To make matters worse, I had left a couple windows open over night!  So, it was absolutely freezing in my house.  Try getting teenagers out of bed for school when it's that cold, not an easy task!Since it was so cold (and the girls were complaining!) I immediately went to the thermostat to fire up the heat.  Then I remembered that we haven't prepared the furnace or lit the pilot light for the season yet.  Ugh, as a Realtor I know better!  I hear home inspectors explain this simple maintenance tip to … (2 comments)

home maintenance tips: Fall Maintenance and Organization Tips - 09/23/10 08:37 AM
Fall has officially arrived!  This is my very favorite time of the year.  Especially for decorating!  It's time to get the pumpkins, hay bales and scarecrows for the yard.  Time to hang the autumn wreath on the door.  While it's not nearly as fun as decorating, fall is also time to take care of some maintenance and organization around the house.  Here are a few suggestions;· Sort through the family's warm weather clothing. Throw out worn or torn items. Donate any outgrown clothing. Didn't wear it at all this season? Pass it on. Move the keepers to out-of-season storage or to the back … (1 comments)

 

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