Annual Guide to Maintaining Your Home: Essentials for Homeowners
As a homeowner, keeping your home in good condition is crucial to preserving its value and ensuring a safe and enjoyable living environment. Every year, a few maintenance tasks can make all the difference. Our real estate agency offers you a complete guide to help you plan these essential works.
Your home and its contents change over time, and so do your insurance needs. Review your insurance policy annually to make sure it still matches your current situation. Compare offers from other insurers to find similar coverage at better prices. You could save a lot of money while ensuring that your property is properly protected.
Take inventory of your valuables
A detailed inventory of your valuables is essential in the event of a loss. List your valuable assets such as jewelry, artwork, and electronic equipment. Take photos and keep invoices or certificates. This will facilitate the procedures with your insurer and ensure fair compensation in the event of loss or theft.
Clean the appliance thoroughly
To ensure the proper functioning of your appliances and extend their life, annual cleaning is essential. Here's how to do it:
- Refrigerator & Freezer : Defrost, clean shelves and seals.
- Oven and microwave: Use specific products to remove food residues.
- Dishwasher and washing machine: Descale appliances and clean filters to prevent bad odors and ensure their effectiveness.
Disposing of expired medications
Medicine cabinets often accumulate expired medications. Sort through and take unused medications to your local pharmacy for safe disposal. This avoids any risk of poisoning and frees up space for newer products.
Replacing your vacuum cleaner's filters
Filters in good condition ensure that your vacuum cleaner is more efficient and your air is cleaner. Replace filters according to the manufacturer's recommendations to maintain optimal performance.
Compare Internet Service Provider Offers
The market for internet service providers is changing rapidly, so compete with different offers every year to benefit from the best connection speeds and prices. Don't hesitate to negotiate with your current provider using competing offers as leverage.
Emptying and tidying up cellar and garage
These spaces can become warehouses for unused items. Take the opportunity to sort, throw away or recycle what is no longer needed. A well-organized garage or cellar is not only more convenient, but also safer.
Bleed Your Radiators
Venting radiators allows accumulated air to be evacuated, ensuring optimal heating. Do this at least once a year to improve the efficiency of your heating system and reduce your energy consumption.
Cleaning air conditioning filters
To maintain good air quality and energy efficiency, air conditioning filters should be cleaned or replaced. Follow the manufacturer's instructions to ensure proper maintenance.
Maintaining your boiler
Regular maintenance of your boiler is essential to prevent breakdowns and ensure good performance. Call a professional for a complete check and cleaning of the internal components.
Chimney sweeping your chimney
Chimney sweeping is mandatory to prevent the risk of fire and ensure proper smoke evacuation. Schedule this task every year to guarantee the safety of your home.
Check the condition of your roof
An annual roof inspection will identify displaced or broken tiles, potential leaks, and other damage. Repair quickly to avoid more serious problems.
Clean the gutters
Clogged gutters can cause water infiltration and damage to your home's foundation. Clean them annually to ensure proper stormwater drainage.
Emptying the septic tank
If your home has a septic tank, have it emptied regularly according to the manufacturer's or operator's recommendations. This prevents overflow and bad odors.
By following these tips every year, you are not only ensuring the longevity of your home, but you are also preserving a healthy and safe environment for you and your family. For any questions or for personalized support, do not hesitate to contact our real estate agency. We are here to help you enhance and maintain your property.
Posted on 11/06/2024 by
Cyril POTTIER
Entrepreneur and founder of the agency GABRIEL FRANCE, my career began in the field of accounting, but my passion for real estate led me to this captivating adventure. With GABRIEL FRANCE, we bring our expertise to every stage of real estate, from purchase to sale, including rental management. Through each transaction, our goal is simple: to ensure your satisfaction.
