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Spring is finally here. In warm weather is the perfect time to do some maintenance of the property only important to complete to get the value of your home and rental properties.
Regular maintenance is a relatively inexpensive way to problems later damaged your house and collect a long way to avoid repair costs.
For owners of rental properties preventive maintenance has the added advantage of reducing the probability of emergency calls. No owner wants to flood a call or an air conditioner does not work when the temperatures rise and repair companies are overwhelmed.
Now is the time to visit his management company property or to find professional contractors that the following five maintenance services are performed:
1. Check and service HVAC - sensual, humid days are on the way. Make sure your air conditioning unit is ready for operation. Have a service technician to check the air conditioning units to ensure they are in good condition. The typical spring maintenance includes checking electrical connections and controls, cleaning the evaporator and condenser coil cleaning and adjustment of the wind tunnel and inspection and cleaning of the condensate drain, according to Energy Star .
2. Check and drain the water heater - Maintain your water heater can help you extend your life and improve its efficiency. The National Association of Realtors House Logic website recommends empty to clean sediment test pressure valve temperature and inspection of the anode rod prevents corrosion of the tank. Tanks that are over 10 years old or leaking must be replaced to prevent failure of the unit and floods.
3. Clean clogged roof gutters gutters - are the most common cause of leaks windows in the houses. April at the door, it is now time to prevent water being at home. Be sure to clean all dirt, leaves, twigs, etc., which have been defined in the winter. Check and make sure the downspouts are clear for leaks, firmly attached and positioned by the Foundation to water. Add flexible extension, widely used in hardware stores, if necessary.
4. Check the roof - Most experts recommend at least once a year inspection for damaged roofs shingles can cause other signs of failure, leaks and damage and flashes. It is a work that best professionals who usually know, what to look for and can leave safely assess the condition of the roof.
5. Check smoke detectors and fire extinguishers - The National Fire Protection Association , says that halved the risk of fire alarms work die in a fire. Make sure you have plenty of alarms and local requirements. Replace the batteries and alarms that are older than 10 years. Make sure you have adequate fire extinguishers and they have held professional.
Also, the spring is the time to balance the other problems that developed during the cold winter air and make repairs before the sun and summer temperatures lasts worse.
Start by checking your home or rental. Walk around the perimeter of the house and observe everything shabby, including caries, painting, accumulation of dirt or potential water ingress. Check each interior, too. To quickly address these issues in order to minimize future damage, money and aggravation.
Read this article for more information on how to keep rental properties to tenants to keep them happy and preserve the value of your investment.
The views and opinions expressed in the column are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the views of HillNow.com.
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