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April Home Maintenance

12 things you can do to keep your home in
top-shape during April

1) Clear gutters of seeds, pine needles, leaves, and debris. 

2) Check basement and crawlspace for dampness after first rainstorm.

3) Check sump pump.  Discharge pump.  Replace if aging.

4) Seal driveway & sidewalk cracks.  Use crack filler.

5) Inspect satellite dishes and external antennas.  Adjust.

6) Seal roof flashing, vent pipes, and masonry chimney caps from rain.

7) Press test button on all ground fault interrupters (GFCI's) for proper operation.

8) Position drains & downspouts away from house.

9) Turn-on auto sprinkler system.  Test & adjust heads.

10) Inspect hoses on washing machine.  Install steel braided.

11) Inspect and repair fence for wind damage.

12) Lawn watering too close to the foundation increases the potential for soil expansion and damage to the structure.  Examine yard for proper drainage away from house, early spring and early fall.

If you need a good handyman or contractor, see my preferred vendors list. If you need a referral from other sources like Angie's List, call or email me.

AVOID THE HASSLES AND EXPENSE
THAT DEFERRED MAINTENANCE CAN CAUSE

Michael Dagner is an expert in Denver-Area home sales.
Call today, (303) 514-4000, for help with your home sale or purchase.

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