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Home Maintenance Checklist for July

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Real Estate Sales Representative with eXp Realty, Victoria BC www.pfanntastic.com

Home Maintenance Checklist for July.

Home Maintenance Checklist for JulyJuly offers many distractions and opportunities to have all kinds of Pfunn....
However, please allocate a few hours here or there, and complete the items on the Home Maintenance Checklist for July, once done you will be happy you did.
To keep ongoing home and property maintenance manageable Peter and Linda Pfann  have created a short list of suggestions each month as a reminder.
You will find that completing these easy to follow suggestions, will avoid more extensive and expensive repairs in the long run.

  • Check the Attic, 
    • Check for leaks, 
    • Check the amount and even distribution of insulation (add if needed), 
    • Check for insects, rodents, raccoons, squirrels, etc. 
    • Check for proper ventilation, it will help in keeping the house cool and extends the life of your roof.
  • Check the Basement,
    • Air out Damp Basements on dry days or use dehumidifier.
    • Check for wetness or damp spots,  (if found check drains and get fixed during the dry season).
    • Check Floor drains, and replenish if needed (this avoids nasty smells).
    • Check Furnace and or Air Exchangers Filters, and replace if needed (have System Serviced  every 2 years).
  • Check Home Exterior,
    • Trim Shrubbery around house and walls (this reduces fire hazards, and insect  infestations).
    • Check for Flaking Paint, Deteriorating Brick, Mortar, Caulking, Weatherstripping, Warping or Rotting Wood (paint, repair, or replace if needed).
  • Check the Plumbing
    • Check Washers, and replace if faucets are dripping.
    • Look for signs of moisture around and under sinks, vanities, showers, tubs, toilets etc. (fixing excessive moisture issues early on will avoid major repair bills later).
  • Check Security Measures
    • during the Summer, it is important to maintain proper home and personal security (preventive) measures. 
    • check lights, visibility  avoid dark spots around the house.
    • check locks, window catches, security screens or grids, 
    • Maintain and practice good security measures for the entire family at home and around town.


To complete this entire Home Maintenance Checklist for July will take less than one day or a few hours each day during Home maintenance Tips for Julyone weekend.
If you do not want to climb on ladders or feel uncomfortable completing some or all of these tasks,  please talk to Peter and Linda Pfann,  
we have a number of resources that will ensure that you home and yourself are well cared for any time of the year.

With this Home Maintenance Checklist for July , the work does not have to feel or be a chore, so we hope you have a little Pfunn with it, make it a family project and share the load.
Before you know it, you will be enjoying the fruits of your labour, and will have saved lots of money, time and frustration.

In case you missed last months Home Maintenance Tips, please catch up here now, before your Home Maintenance becomes a big job.
If you wonder what tools you may need, Here is a link to our Home Maintenance Basic Tool Kit.

Home Maintenance Checklist for July

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Peter Pfann,

CPCA, ABR, SRES, E-Pro, IMSD, Master ASA, C-CREC, Associate Broker.

Text or Talk To Peter @: (1) 250 - 213 - 9490  

peterpfann@gmail.com  www.pfanntastic.com

Pfanntastic Properties in Victoria, BC, Canada, @ Fair  Realty Since 1986.

Regional office: 1540 Fort St Victoria, BC V8S 5J2

 

Cindy Justice
Synergy Realty Pros - White Pine, TN
Synergy Realty Pros

These are very good tips and if done on a regular basis the integrity of your home will stay in tact.

Jul 03, 2011 06:51 AM
Peter Pfann @ eXp Realty Pfanntastic Properties in Victoria, Since 1986.
eXp Realty, Victoria BC www.pfanntastic.com - Victoria, BC
Talk To or Text Peter 250-213-9490

Hi Cindy,

thank you for kind words and feedback, yes a few hours every month will save thousands over time and many problems along the way.

Have a Pfanntastic Independence Day Weekend.

Jul 03, 2011 07:01 AM
Debbie Gartner
The Flooring Girl - White Plains, NY
The Flooring Girl & Blog Stylist -Dynamo Marketers

This is a great checklist.  I love how you have a different one for each month.  Little, by little you can keep your home beautiful and improve it.

Jul 03, 2011 08:23 AM
Peter Pfann @ eXp Realty Pfanntastic Properties in Victoria, Since 1986.
eXp Realty, Victoria BC www.pfanntastic.com - Victoria, BC
Talk To or Text Peter 250-213-9490

HI Debbie,

thank you for visiting and kind feedback, over time we will be able to provide clients and visitors a ready made report will a short handy schedule for each and very month and season,

Have a Pfanntastic Independence Day Weekend

 

Jul 03, 2011 11:53 AM
Chris Smith
Re/Max Chay Realty Inc., Brokerage - New Tecumseth, ON
South Simcoe, Caledon, King, Orangeville Real Esta

Great Checklist for any homeowner, thanks for sharing this Peter and Linda

Jul 04, 2011 12:53 AM
Peter Pfann @ eXp Realty Pfanntastic Properties in Victoria, Since 1986.
eXp Realty, Victoria BC www.pfanntastic.com - Victoria, BC
Talk To or Text Peter 250-213-9490

HI Chris,

thanks for kind feedback, these checklists and a little time and effort, can help home owners to stay one step ahead with the required home maintenance and in the end save a lot of money and frustration.

Jul 04, 2011 02:01 AM
Peter Pfann @ eXp Realty Pfanntastic Properties in Victoria, Since 1986.
eXp Realty, Victoria BC www.pfanntastic.com - Victoria, BC
Talk To or Text Peter 250-213-9490

Hi Valerie,

Thank you for kind words. Yes home maintenance is often just that, walking around with a few tools and materials and fix things on the go.

Jul 04, 2011 02:03 AM
Brian Madigan
RE/MAX West Realty Inc., Brokerage (Toronto) - Toronto, ON
LL.B., Broker

Peter and Linda,

This is a good list and it works here too. Your posts offer a lot of quality information for homeowners and home buyers.

Brian

Jul 04, 2011 02:18 AM
Peter Pfann @ eXp Realty Pfanntastic Properties in Victoria, Since 1986.
eXp Realty, Victoria BC www.pfanntastic.com - Victoria, BC
Talk To or Text Peter 250-213-9490

Hi Brian,

Thank you for your feedback and kind words, over time we hope that homeowners and buyers will use these lists and complete the few monthly and quarterly projects, it will save them a lot of time effort and money in the long run

Jul 04, 2011 02:40 AM