Beekeeping is a busy job. Before the harsh winter hit, we lost one of our hives. My son helps me with the beekeeping and between the two of us, we were unable to get the empty beehive up the hill, cleaned, and put away. We had to leave the empty hive over the winter.
Yesterday, we were able to finally get to the hive, load it onto our wagon, and haul it up the hill. Boy oh boy did we find a mess! Over the winter months, the hive was completely invaded by wax moths. Ugh, what a stinking mess! It was gross.
During the two-hour clean-up, I did a lot of thinking. Bees are actually really good housekeepers. Bees are constantly keeping their home tidy, maintained, and in good, working condition.
As a homeowner, it is important that we keep our own hives, clean, maintained, and in good, working condition. Like the bees, this takes consistent work. When we make necessary repairs when they occur, our homes are maintained in a much better fashion. When those repairs are left to their own, many times a small issue can become a major one.
KEEPING YOUR HIVE IN TOP CONDITION:
🐝 REPAIRS: When you know something needs to be repaired, don't wait. Get those repairs done quickly. Keep your records. Take pictures.
🐝MAINTENANCE: All of your electrical systems, water systems, gas lines, water heaters, etc. need to be maintained yearly. Keep a file or spreadsheet with your systems, when they need their check-ups, and of course, keep all receipts and records when they are serviced. When you are ready to sell, this will make your life a lot easier.
🐝REPLACE: If something needs to be replaced, don't delay. Older systems or equipment that is hanging by a thread can cause additional problems down the road. Again, maintain your records and paperwork for installations and guides.
🐝 COSMETICS: Give your home a "once-over". If it appears drab, shaggy, and sad, make a list of areas that need to be improved. Painting, power washing, cracked sidewalks replaced, shrubs that need to be cut back or replaced, etc. Don't wait until you have a lot to do! If you take one or two items each year to freshen up, it won't be so overwhelming.
🐝 SPRING CLEAN: There is nothing else like a good, Spring cleaning for inside and outside of your home. Get rid of what you don't need and aren't using. Clean out closets and drawers. Thin out the attic, garage, and storage sheds. Making a habit of doing a big cleanup at least once a year helps you keep the junk in the trunk in check.
Spring is in the air and your hive might be in serious need. Get yourself buzzing about, make your list, and get after it. Keeping your hive maintained, repaired, and cleaned up will help ensure that you are helping your home maintain its value and when you decide to sell, you will be ahead of the game. 🐝🐝🐝
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