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.

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$700,000

3 Beds

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2,245 SqFt

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$700,000

5 Beds

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$700,000

2 Beds

2 Baths

1,987 SqFt

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4 Beds

2.5 Baths

2,747 SqFt

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$700,000

3 Beds

3 Baths

1,735 SqFt

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Open House

$700,000

4 Beds

2.5 Baths

2,041 SqFt

Status Active

MLS # 6761515

Property Type Single Family Residence

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1101 E Marlette Avenue Phoenix, AZ 85014

Open House

$700,000

3 Beds

2 Baths

1,836 SqFt

Status Active

MLS # 6750105

Property Type Single Family Residence

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$699,999

3 Beds

2 Baths

2,279 SqFt

Status Active

MLS # 6694069

Property Type Single Family Residence

Price Type --

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$699,999

4 Beds

2.5 Baths

2,511 SqFt

Status Active

MLS # 6745615

Property Type Single Family Residence

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$699,999

3 Beds

2 Baths

1,617 SqFt

Status Active

MLS # 6720483

Property Type Single Family Residence

Price Type --

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