Why Seasonal Maintenance on your Home is Important

Homeownership can be an important milestone.  However, when you own a home you oversee everything.  Bills, malfunctioning appliances roof leaks, and all the other little things that can happen with a home come with the territory.

With all there is to do, some routine maintenance can slip through the cracks. Here are some reasons why seasonal maintenance is so important:

Protect your investment. Though you may not think about it, your home is often the biggest investment that you will ever make. You have a lot of money tied into your home, and you are going to want to take care of it to protect your investment. When you decide to sell it, you want it to be worth as much money as possible. Well taken care of homes will bring more money than homes that are not in good shape. They also sell quicker than those that look like they need a lot of work done to them.

Keeps your home looking its best. Well-maintained homes look better. Cleaning up leaves, making flower beds, and washing your windows will make your home shine. A good deep cleaning in the spring will change the way that you feel about your home. It will just look a lot better.

Prevents breakdowns. When little things get missed, they can turn into bigger problems that become more expensive to fix. If you notice that your faucet is leaking but do not take care of it, you may end up with ruined cabinets, a stained floor or a damaged ceiling.  A damaged roof may be easily repaired but if left alone too long, the entire roof may need to be replaced! This is true with almost any little thing. Unaddressed problems just get bigger and bigger, until you can’t ignore them anymore.

Save money. Routine maintenance usually saves money in the long run. If you change the filters in your air conditioning unit, it will work better and use less electricity. Replacing old windows can help your HVAC work more efficiently. If you have a chimney, it is important to get it cleaned out properly to ensure that you are safe and reduce the risk of fire. Check around your windows and doors to make sure that you are not losing precious heat or air conditioning.

Seasonal maintenance will help to protect your investment and be more comfortable. It also helps you save money and prevent breakdowns.  Often, losses due to lack of maintenance are not covered by insurance.

When losses do happen, you want to be properly covered.  For events like property damage and bodily injury, the right insurance can help protect you and your family.

Contact us for all your insurance needs.