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Your home is likely to be the biggest single investment you will ever make, therefore building maintenance is a vital aspect of managing the asset. If you have recently signed on the dotted line and are now a proud property owner, here are a few sound home maintenance tips from seasoned homeowners.
- Roof maintenance – It is not possible to inspect your roof unless you are good with working at heights; most homeowners ask a local roofing contractor to inspect the roof, which only takes a couple of hours. The roofer gives you a detailed written description of every component and should there be a need for repairs, they can do it on the spot. The team clean out the guttering and downpipes, inspect the tiles, the fascia and soffit boards, ensuring that your roof is fully waterproof. You can ask the contractor to quote for a silicone coat of protection; this membrane stretches as the building heats up and cools down.
- Drain inspection – Thankfully, we have CCTV pipe inspections from an established drainage specialist and they can flush the system after the inspection, giving you a full report, while reducing the risk of a blockage. If you are ever unfortunate enough to experience a backed-up drain, do not attempt to fix it yourself, as this usually makes the problem worse. Contact a 24/7 hotline from a Sydney-based drain cleaner and let the experts sort things out.
- Be proactive – There are many things that you can do to protect your home against the harsh Australian climate. You can, for example, coat your roof with a silicone layer that adds at least 5 years to its lifespan, when replacing windows and doors, always choose aluminium or uPVC, as they require no maintenance.
- Don’t delay with repairs – The old saying, ‘A stitch in time saves nine’ definitely applies when it comes to building repairs; as a general rule, the longer you take, the more expensive the repairs will be. Roof leaks can cause a lot of damage, check upstairs ceiling for dampness, as this would be a sign of missing roof tiles.
- Choosing local service providers – There will be times when you need an emergency plumber or electrician and pre-sourcing local tradies is a great idea. Save their emergency number in your smartphone and you are ready for anything. Other trades to pre-source, carpenter, heating engineer, telecommunications, locksmith and a roofing company. Do some online research on service providers and choose businesses with a track record.
- Use quality materials – Whether metal, timber or composite, use the best quality materials, same for fixtures and fittings, as top quality stands the test of time. Ask any builder and they would confirm that sub-standard materials offer short-term solutions.
- DIY solutions – If you have the right tools and some know-how, there are many minor tasks you can perform. Carry out a thorough inspection inside and out every month and make a note of things like dripping taps and squeaky doors; then when you have a few hours of free time, get the tools out and do the repairs. When buying tools, resist the temptation to go cheap; quality tools last many years if well maintained and over a few years, you can amass a good selection to expand your abilities.
- Electrics inspection – Once a year you can ask a local electrician to take a look at your fuse boxes and other components; test the safety cut switch and look for signs of corrosion. In the event you experience a short circuit that triggers the safety cut out switch, wait a few minutes and turn it back on.
- High pressure water jet – Either buy or rent a high-pressure water machine and clean all stone and brick surfaces, restoring these surfaces to their former glory. You can probably manage everything in a single weekend if you do all pathways, the driveway and patio.
It makes complete sense to take good care of your home, as this is likely to be the biggest investment you will ever make. The cost of labour is rising exponentially and many Australian homeowners carry out their own property maintenance and over the years, you can save a lo of money that can be used for holidays and leisure activities.
