Living in a house is great as you won’t have to deal with unpleasant neighbours (at least not in the immediate vicinity). However it is also a responsibility as you must take good care of your property. Here are the household features that you must regularly check, so that you can have the peace of mind that your home is in proper condition.
Windows – Do you wonder how it is possible to run the heater all day and still feel the cold from the outside? The answer to this unpleasant conundrum is the windows. Windows are the main leakage source of indoor air. So, every now and then check your windows from holes and cracks. If you notice such damages fixed them momentarily and your problem will be solve. If your windows are in good shape then you should check the doors because they are the secondary leakage source of indoor air.
Gutters – The gutters are features that permit rain water to drain from your roof and exterior walls. However, they also tend to accumulate vast amount of debris which block them. Clogged gutters can heavily damage your exterior walls and roof, so after each storm get on a ladder and check them thoroughly. Once you have collected the debris you can call a professional rubbish removal company to come and dispose of it.
Roof – Most people neglect their roof as they assume that it cannot sustain damages. Sadly, the reality is quite different, as the roof is the element of a house that is the most exposed to the various weather conditions. The best time to check your roof is before and after winter.
Ventilation system – If you have a centralised ventilation system, you should clean it regularly. Clogged vents just like blocked gutters can cause severe damages to the overall structure of your house and can contaminate severely the indoor air. Just like the roof it is for the best if you check the functionality of your ventilation system before and after the winter.
Pipes – Broken and damaged pipes can be a total nightmare, as they can flood the foundations and walls of your home. Therefore, conduct monthly or bi-monthly checkups of your pipes just to be on the safe side. Also during the winter, drain your garden pipes and close the valve. If water is left into the pipes it may freeze and damages your pipes beyond repair.
Foundations – Your house stands on its foundations, which means that damaged foundations can be quite dangerous and hazardous. So, check your foundations at least once a year and if you notice any cracks, fix the as soon as possible. Once you have repaired the foundations, use rubbish removal services to clear the generated builders waste.
Electrical wiring – Poor electrical wiring is the number one reason for domestic fires. So, if you notice any power surges or electrical glitches, check your electrical wiring. By maintaining your wires in properly condition you will also maintain the power consumption of your household to a minimum which will automatically reduce your utility bills.