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Taking Care of Your Home

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Real Estate Agent with Coldwell Banker Home & Family Realty

Proper maintenance protects the value of your home, keeps it in great condition and means less work and fewer costly repairs in the long term.

-       On the pre-possession inspection tour, the builder will explain how to operate and maintain heating, cooling and electrical water systems. You will want to know basic procedures – how to turn the systems on and off and change the settings if required, when to schedule maintenance and who to contact.

-       Before establishing a regular housekeeping routine, take a few minutes to read through the product literature provided by your builder. Follow the directions from the manufacturers to preserve the beauty of your home.

-       Place furniture away from heating and cooling vents. Keep non-carpeted floors in great shape by using easy-to-apply protectors on legs of chairs, tables and sofas.

-       Clean the eaves troughs each fall to prevent build-up of leaves and again in the spring to ensure proper waterflow. Rinsing the siding with water or washing gently with soap once a year will keep it looking great and in tiptop shape.

Ask your builder for more great tips on preserving the beauty and quality of your brand new home.