5 Home Maintenance Chores That You Can’t Forget to Take Care of This Winter

Winter may be a time for nesting until the cold weather abates, but there are a number of important tasks that a homeowner should be sure to do during the winter months. If you’re readying for the slow season or wondering what you might have forgotten, here are some things you’ll want to check off your to-do list.

A New Coat Of Paint

Getting out the paint may seem like a sizeable task, but any peeling paint is going to be adversely affected by the cooler temperatures of fall and winter. While you may want to hold off if it’s already cold, it might be a task worth prioritizing if the materials on your home will be damaged as a result of the coming weather.

Shovel The Snow

Shoveling snow may be important for sidewalk safety, but a build-up can actually have an ill effect on your home’s foundation. Instead of taking the risk, ensure you clear the areas around any basement windows and steps so that drainage will not impact your home’s foundation and its value.

Do A Window Check

A window that isn’t properly sealed can cause issues with the heating and cooling of your home, but in the cooler season any issues will be a lot more apparent. If you find drafts throughout the house, you may want to hire a professional or do the re-caulking on your own.

Restore The Roof

If there are issues with the viability of your shingles, you may have significant problems when it comes to heavy rain or snow. Whether you decide to hire a pro or head up the ladder on your own, make sure to take the time to check for loose or damaged shingles before the season hits.

Test The Detectors

It’s easy to check your smoke and carbon monoxide detectors at any time, but it’s easier to remember if it’s on the year-end checklist. It may be easy to forget about the utility of a functioning detector, but it’s very important for protecting your home and your family in the event that something goes wrong.

There are a lot of things to prep for when it comes to winter, but it’s important to make sure that you’ve done your home maintenance duties so your home is prepared for the coming season. If you’re fixing up your home to put it on the market, give me a call to get started – J.P. Cook – 602-320-4253.

What’s Your Home Worth?

Search for Your New Home

Listing types.

For Sale

For Rent

Land

Multifamily

Commercial

Location Search Nearby

BedsAny1+2+3+4+5+6+

BathsAny1+2+3+4+5+6+

Price MinAny$50,000$100,000$150,000$200,000$250,000$300,000$350,000$400,000$450,000$500,000$600,000$700,000$800,000$900,000$1,000,000$1,100,000$1,200,000$1,300,000$1,400,000$1,500,000$1,600,000$1,800,000$1,900,000$2,000,000$2,250,000$2,500,000$2,750,000$3,000,000$3,250,000$3,500,000$3,750,000$4,000,000$4,500,000$5,000,000$6,000,000$8,000,000$10,000,000$15,000,000

Price MaxAny$50,000$100,000$150,000$200,000$250,000$300,000$350,000$400,000$450,000$500,000$600,000$700,000$800,000$900,000$1,000,000$1,100,000$1,200,000$1,300,000$1,400,000$1,500,000$1,600,000$1,800,000$1,900,000$2,000,000$2,250,000$2,500,000$2,750,000$3,000,000$3,250,000$3,500,000$3,750,000$4,000,000$4,500,000$5,000,000$6,000,000$8,000,000$10,000,000$15,000,000

Advanced Options

Property TypeAnyApartmentManufactured HomeSingle Family ResidenceTownhouseTwin Home

School District

Address, MLS# or Keyword

Home SizeAny600 ft2800 ft21,000 ft21,200 ft21,400 ft21,600 ft21,800 ft22,000 ft22,200 ft22,400 ft22,600 ft22,800 ft23,000 ft23,500 ft24,000 ft24,500 ft25,000 ft25,500 ft26,000 ft2

YearAny2024+2023+2022+2021+2020+2019+2018+2017+2016+2015+2014+2013+2012+2011+2010+2009+2008+2007+2006+2005+2004+2003+2002+2001+2000+1999+1998+1997+1996+1995+1994+1993+1992+1991+1990+1980+1970+1960+1950+1940+1930+

Distressed

Open House

Location Search Nearby

BedsAny1+2+3+4+5+6+

BathsAny1+2+3+4+5+6+

Price MinAny$500$600$700$800$900$1,000$1,100$1,200$1,300$1,500$1,600$1,700$1,800$1,900$2,000$2,250$2,500$2,750$3,000$3,250$3,500$3,750$4,000$4,500$5,000$5,500$6,000$6,500$7,000$7,500$8,000$8,500$9,000$9,500$10,000

Price MaxAny$500$600$700$800$900$1,000$1,100$1,200$1,300$1,500$1,600$1,700$1,800$1,900$2,000$2,250$2,500$2,750$3,000$3,250$3,500$3,750$4,000$4,500$5,000$5,500$6,000$6,500$7,000$7,500$8,000$8,500$9,000$9,500$10,000

Advanced Options

Property TypeAnyApartmentManufactured HomeSingle Family ResidenceTownhouseTwin Home

School District

Address, MLS# or Keyword

Home SizeAny600 ft2800 ft21,000 ft21,200 ft21,400 ft21,600 ft21,800 ft22,000 ft22,200 ft22,400 ft22,600 ft22,800 ft23,000 ft23,500 ft24,000 ft24,500 ft25,000 ft25,500 ft26,000 ft2

YearAny2024+2023+2022+2021+2020+2019+2018+2017+2016+2015+2014+2013+2012+2011+2010+2009+2008+2007+2006+2005+2004+2003+2002+2001+2000+1999+1998+1997+1996+1995+1994+1993+1992+1991+1990+1980+1970+1960+1950+1940+1930+

Location Search Nearby

Lot SizeAny1+ Acres2+ Acres3+ Acres4+ Acres5+ Acres6+ Acres7+ Acres8+ Acres9+ Acres10+ Acres20+ Acres30+ Acres40+ Acres50+ Acres

Price MinAny$50,000$100,000$150,000$200,000$250,000$300,000$350,000$400,000$450,000$500,000$600,000$700,000$800,000$900,000$1,000,000$1,100,000$1,200,000$1,300,000$1,400,000$1,500,000$1,600,000$1,800,000$1,900,000$2,000,000$2,250,000$2,500,000$2,750,000$3,000,000$3,250,000$3,500,000$3,750,000$4,000,000$4,500,000$5,000,000$6,000,000$8,000,000$10,000,000$15,000,000

Price MaxAny$50,000$100,000$150,000$200,000$250,000$300,000$350,000$400,000$450,000$500,000$600,000$700,000$800,000$900,000$1,000,000$1,100,000$1,200,000$1,300,000$1,400,000$1,500,000$1,600,000$1,800,000$1,900,000$2,000,000$2,250,000$2,500,000$2,750,000$3,000,000$3,250,000$3,500,000$3,750,000$4,000,000$4,500,000$5,000,000$6,000,000$8,000,000$10,000,000$15,000,000

Advanced Options

Neighborhood

Address, MLS# or Keyword

Location Search Nearby

Price MinAny$50,000$100,000$150,000$200,000$250,000$300,000$350,000$400,000$450,000$500,000$600,000$700,000$800,000$900,000$1,000,000$1,100,000$1,200,000$1,300,000$1,400,000$1,500,000$1,600,000$1,800,000$1,900,000$2,000,000$2,250,000$2,500,000$2,750,000$3,000,000$3,250,000$3,500,000$3,750,000$4,000,000$4,500,000$5,000,000$6,000,000$8,000,000$10,000,000$15,000,000

Price MaxAny$50,000$100,000$150,000$200,000$250,000$300,000$350,000$400,000$450,000$500,000$600,000$700,000$800,000$900,000$1,000,000$1,100,000$1,200,000$1,300,000$1,400,000$1,500,000$1,600,000$1,800,000$1,900,000$2,000,000$2,250,000$2,500,000$2,750,000$3,000,000$3,250,000$3,500,000$3,750,000$4,000,000$4,500,000$5,000,000$6,000,000$8,000,000$10,000,000$15,000,000

Advanced Options

School District

Address, MLS# or Keyword

YearAny2024+2023+2022+2021+2020+2019+2018+2017+2016+2015+2014+2013+2012+2011+2010+2009+2008+2007+2006+2005+2004+2003+2002+2001+2000+1999+1998+1997+1996+1995+1994+1993+1992+1991+1990+1980+1970+1960+1950+1940+1930+

Location Search Nearby

Lot SizeAny1+ Acres2+ Acres3+ Acres4+ Acres5+ Acres6+ Acres7+ Acres8+ Acres9+ Acres10+ Acres20+ Acres30+ Acres40+ Acres50+ Acres

Price MinAny$50,000$100,000$150,000$200,000$250,000$300,000$350,000$400,000$450,000$500,000$600,000$700,000$800,000$900,000$1,000,000$1,100,000$1,200,000$1,300,000$1,400,000$1,500,000$1,600,000$1,800,000$1,900,000$2,000,000$2,250,000$2,500,000$2,750,000$3,000,000$3,250,000$3,500,000$3,750,000$4,000,000$4,500,000$5,000,000$6,000,000$8,000,000$10,000,000$15,000,000

Price MaxAny$50,000$100,000$150,000$200,000$250,000$300,000$350,000$400,000$450,000$500,000$600,000$700,000$800,000$900,000$1,000,000$1,100,000$1,200,000$1,300,000$1,400,000$1,500,000$1,600,000$1,800,000$1,900,000$2,000,000$2,250,000$2,500,000$2,750,000$3,000,000$3,250,000$3,500,000$3,750,000$4,000,000$4,500,000$5,000,000$6,000,000$8,000,000$10,000,000$15,000,000

Advanced Options

Address, MLS# or Keyword

YearAny2024+2023+2022+2021+2020+2019+2018+2017+2016+2015+2014+2013+2012+2011+2010+2009+2008+2007+2006+2005+2004+2003+2002+2001+2000+1999+1998+1997+1996+1995+1994+1993+1992+1991+1990+1980+1970+1960+1950+1940+1930+

View As: Thumbnails List

Sort by: Select Price, Low to High Price, High to Low Newer Listings First Older Listings First Open House Date

3223 S Hannah Lane Flagstaff, AZ 86005

$820,000

3 Beds

3.5 Baths

2,382 SqFt

Status Active Under Contract

MLS # 6776272

Property Type Townhouse

Price Type --

Rare end unit in Pinnacle Pines, surrounded by HOA green belt to one side and Forest Service out your backyard. 2,382 sq.ft., 3 bedrooms, 3.5 baths, Primary on the main + Loft/Flex room upstairs. On the main floor an over-sized primary en-suite w/walk in closet , dual sinks and a bonus main floor laundry room. Upstairs a secondary primary-suite for your guest's privacy and an additional guestroom and full bath + secondary loft/flex room plus a 2nd laundry room. This home has all the extra added details and finishes you would desire plus AC. Spectacular outdoor living space that features propane firepit, extended paver area for flex entertainer's space & miles of forest views with trails access. This home will not disappoint.

View Property

4341 E Abraham Lane Phoenix, AZ 85050

$820,000

4 Beds

2.5 Baths

2,474 SqFt

Status Active

MLS # 6775007

Property Type Single Family Residence

Price Type --

Spacious Desert Ridge home. Perfect home with 3 bedroom and a bonus room that could be a 4th bedroom. Enjoy the open concept kitchen living space. From the cozy fireplace to the backyard pool this home will bring years of pleasure for your family. Master bedroom has access to the balcony for morning sunrises and sunsets. Updated kitchen in 2021 and new roof in 2021. Don't miss out on this home in an amazing community.

View Property

5956 E Lone Mountain Road Cave Creek, AZ 85331

$820,000

3 Beds

2 Baths

2,048 SqFt

Status Active Under Contract

MLS # 6729743

Property Type Single Family Residence

Price Type --

Nestled on over 2 acres of scenic, pristine natural desert land, this property features 3 spacious bedrooms, including a convenient lower-level bedroom, and 2 bathrooms. Enjoy breathtaking panoramic 360-degree mountain views from every window, creating a serene and picturesque backdrop for your daily life - Million-dollar views at less than a million-dollar price! This home also includes a 4-car garage with separate air conditioned 500 sq. ft. workshop, perfect for your cars, hobbies, and projects. With ample space for your toys, horses and RV, you have the ideal setting for crafting your dream outdoor lifestyle. The town of Cave Creek allows for up to 10 horses and offers the opportunity to build a casita on the property for even more possibilities. Located just minutes from the town core, this property offers the perfect blend of convenience and tranquility. Zoned Dr-89, which allows 10% of lot size under roof can be used for existing house, new guest house and/or barn with a height max of 25 feet, setbacks are 60 feet front and back and 30 feet on both sides.

View Property

282 E Bartlett Way Chandler, AZ 85249

$820,000

4 Beds

2.5 Baths

2,526 SqFt

Status Active

MLS # 6763444

Property Type Single Family Residence

Price Type --

Gorgeous single level WITH POOL in Southshore Village. Just under 2600sf, this home features 4 large bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 3 car garage, and a sparkling pool! Granite counters, upgraded cabinetry, epoxy garage floor, outdoor turf, pergola, north south exposure, and a phenomenal location. Close to Basis, Fulton Ranch, shopping, fine dining, grocery stores, and some of the best schools in the valley! Welcome Home!

View Property

7141 E Rancho Vista Drive Unit 5004 Scottsdale, AZ 85251

$820,000

2 Beds

2 Baths

1,424 SqFt

Status Active

MLS # 6769071

Property Type Apartment

Price Type --

Home, sweet home! Located in the prestigious Optima Camelview Village Condominium, this incredible 2-bedroom unit embodies modern comfort & convenience. Come inside & fall in love w/the desirable open floor plan graced w/bountiful natural light, wood flooring, surround sound, a cozy fireplace, & fire sprinklers for added safety. Spotless kitchen offers ample cabinet space, granite counters & backsplash, a peninsula w/a breakfast bar, stainless steel appliances, & recessed & pendant lighting. Enjoy a clear view of the neighborhood from the main retreat, showcasing floor-to-ceiling windows, plush carpet, a walk-in closet, & an ensuite w/dual sinks. Spend quiet moments on the balcony while sipping your favorite evening drink. Exceptional Community amenities await. Act swiftly!

View Property

11856 W Lone Tree Trail Peoria, AZ 85383

$820,000

5 Beds

2.5 Baths

3,231 SqFt

Status Active

MLS # 6772752

Property Type Single Family Residence

Price Type --

Welcome to this BEAUTIFUL 5 bedroom 2.5 bath home with a private pool in the sought after gated Vistancia community of Chaparral Canyon. This home has space for everyone with a formal dining room, eat in kitchen, separate den/teen room & the addition of a 5th bedroom that would make the perfect workout/office space. The kitchen is a chefs dream with double ovens, gas stove, large island & butlers pantry with an attached spacious walk in pantry. The formal dining room is the perfect space to host holiday dinners or enjoy relaxing in your private pool during our hot Arizona summers. Vistancia offers top notch amenities including 3 pools, water slide, pickle ball & tennis courts, indoor basketball court, club house with game room, walking trails, playgrounds & baseball fields. This location is close to the new Fry's grocery store, restaurants (new ones opening later this year) and has easy access to the 303 and Lake Pleasant. The perfect home in the perfect community!

View Property

33556 N 74th Street Scottsdale, AZ 85266

$820,000

2 Beds

2 Baths

2,001 SqFt

Status Active

MLS # 6769603

Property Type Townhouse

Price Type --

Charming 2,001 square foot, 2 bedroom + office, 2 bath single-story home is located on a premium cul-de-sac lot in the highly coveted North Scottsdale community of Winfield. Upon arrival, the great room welcomes you. Adjacent to the great room are the dining area and private office. The kitchen shows that it was designed for culinary enthusiasts, featuring stainless steel appliances including a gas range, a breakfast bar, granite countertops, center island, and walk-in pantry. The home offers a split floor plan, with the primary bedroom located on the West side of the home. The lavish primary bathroom boasts a separate shower and a tub, double vanities and an expansive walk-in master closet. The private backyard features mature desert landscaping, a built-in BBQ and fabulous mountain views. The garage with epoxy floors offers ample built-in cabinet space. The location provides quick access to shopping, restaurants, several parks, premier hiking trails, and golfing. Winfield's community pool/spa, fitness center, café, tennis and pickle ball courts make this a very desirable community.

View Property

220 Seco Way Sedona, AZ 86336

Open House

$820,000

2 Beds

2 Baths

2,526 SqFt

Status Active

MLS # 6740146

Property Type Townhouse

Price Type --

Wow what a stunner! This West Sedona townhome is the perfect lock and leave to suit your active Sedona lifestyle. Home is comprised of the most spacious floorplan in the subdivision, with direct Red Rock Views to flood through the large windows in the Great Room for everyday living enjoyment. The kitchen has gorgeous granite counters, beautiful backsplash complimented by undermount lighting, and vaulted ceilings with exposed beams. There is ample natural light throughout with clerestory windows and skylights, plus a large flex room that could be a bedroom, den, office, or grandkids room. With mature Peach trees in your front yard, and an Apple tree and Grapevines in your private back patio, you have an established home waiting for you to have it all in sweet, safe, quiet little Sedona. Arroyo Seco subdivision is close to several local Trailheads for your hiking pleasure: Thunder Mountain is just one of a few, less than a half mile away. Your neighborhood coffee shop, pizza parlor, smoothie bar, library, and hair stylist are all less than a half mile away too. The HOA is famous for maintaining the beautiful pool, hot tub and manicured grounds, incredible Red Rock Views throughout the subdivision, with friendly neighbors-not to mention the fantastic coverage that the HOA offers for your monthly dues! A spacious two car tandem garage plus an additional laundry room inside the home, a large Primary walk-in closet, and an office round out your future home. No stairs or steps inside the home make for easy single level living. You CAN be in the middle of it all, while still magically having peace and quiet in our sweet little Sedona. Furniture package available. Owners are licensed Agent and Broker.

View Property

6931 E Teton Circle Mesa, AZ 85207

Open House

$820,000

3 Beds

3.5 Baths

2,842 SqFt

Status Active

MLS # 6777455

Property Type Single Family Residence

Price Type --

Welcome to this beautiful single-level, 3+bedroom, 3.5-bathroom home in the highly sought-after Las Sendas community. Ideally located in NE Mesa near Saguaro Lake, hiking and biking trails and EZ access to Loop 202 RM. The Diamond Point floor plan provides a spacious great room, a flex space as a den/office or formal dining room, perfect for entertaining! The large kitchen opens to the great room & dining area and features plenty of cabinetry for storage, a pantry, a center island w/gas cooktop, wall oven & microwave and large breakfast bar. All three bedrooms feature a ensuite for ultimate privacy and comfort. One bedroom and ensuite designed to be handicapped accessible, meeting a range of lifestyle needs.Outside, the expansive backyard boasts a sparkling pool, built in BBQ & fireplace. The large covered patio with access from the kitchen and primary bedroom is perfect for outdoor entertaining.The huge side yard is ready for your imagination: turf area for games, childrens play area or pet run. The over height, extended length garage is perfect for larger vehicles, added car lifts or garage storage racks separate A/C unit for hobbies in the garage! Las Sendas Community offers parks,swimming pools & spas, kids splash pad, tennis courts, pickleball courts, basketball courts and trials for quick hikes.

View Property

7701 W Banff Lane Peoria, AZ 85381

$819,999

4 Beds

3 Baths

2,622 SqFt

Status Active

MLS # 6764315

Property Type Single Family Residence

Price Type --

Welcome to your Oasis in Peoria, with 4 bedrooms 3 bathrooms, on A over 1 acre lot. This property is on a county island, and includes its own pool as well as stalls for up to 3 horses. This corner lot provides both space and privacy!

View Property

1945 W Horsetail Trail Phoenix, AZ 85085

$819,990

4 Beds

3.5 Baths

2,938 SqFt

Status Active

MLS # 6752495

Property Type Single Family Residence

Price Type --

Up to 3% of base price or total purchase price, whichever is less, is available through preferred lender plus additional 2% of base price or total purchase price, whichever is less, is available to be used toward closing costs, pre-paids, rate buy downs, &/or price adjustments. North-facing, two-story Prato floorplan with 2.5 car garage. First-floor owner's suite with glass low-threshold walk-in shower, chef kitchen with Whirlpool gas cooktop, white cabinets, and quartz countertops. Features upgraded tile, carpet, center slider for indoor-outdoor living, laundry cabinets with sink, upstairs suite with added bathroom, surround sound, Smart Home package, and front yard desert landscaping with a main line to the backyard.

View Property

28143 N Desert Sky Trail Queen Creek, AZ 85144

$819,900

4 Beds

2.5 Baths

2,655 SqFt

Status Active

MLS # 6742550

Property Type Single Family Residence

Price Type --

Welcome to your quiet oasis with incredible mountain views! This stunning 4 bed, 2.5 bath home sits on 1.25 acres of land. Walk in the front door to an open floor plan with a massive kitchen surrounded by upgraded cabinets and quartz countertops. Built in 2021 with 2x6 exterior framing and sheered exterior walls with 10 and 12 foot ceilings, spray foam insulation at roof deck, synthetic stucco, quartz countertops, walk in tiled master shower, beautiful LED lighting, 3 car garage, built-in fireplace, and walk-in closets throughout. The elevated back patio provides great views of the mountains and surrounding areas. Come enjoy this gem that is far enough away from the city, but close enough for your needs. It won't disappoint!

View Property