S2 Ep33 - Maintenance Tasks for Homeowners - a podcast by Brian Cook And Kindra Cox

On Season 2 Episode 32 of The Brian & Kindra Show, they are joined by Branson Brewer to discuss essential maintenance tasks for homeowners. 

Shutting off the water: It’s important to know where to shut off the water for the various fixtures in your home in case a leak springs up or to replace fixtures. Some homes have a main shut off valve that will cut the water to the entire home. If you don’t have a main shut off, you can call the water municipality to shut off your water at the meter. If you need to only have the water off for one fixture, you should be able to find a single shut off valve just for that fixture. 

Circuit breakers: Know where your breaker box is located, and it’s a good idea to have it clearly labeled. If a circuit breaker trips often, make sure you’re not running too many items on the same breaker. If the problem persists, call a licensed electrician to repair the breaker. This is not an inconvenience to simply live with, but an important issue to have properly corrected.

Air filters: Depending on your air conditioner, you may need to change your air filters monthly, semi-annually, or annually. Be sure to know what filters you need to change & when. Additionally, some units have filters outside the unit and another in the unit itself. Be sure to keep these changed/clean in order to keep your unit efficient, to extend its working life, and to keep it from getting so clogged that the unit freezes up. A good tip is to put your air filter on automatic delivery and its arrival at your doorstep will remind you to change it on schedule!

Dryer vents: A commonly missed maintenance item is the dryer vent! To keep your dryer functioning efficiently and to prevent the build-up of lint from catching fire, it’s important to clean out your dryer vent at least annually. Clean the entire length of the vent - from the dryer to the exterior of your home.

Unclogging a drain: The best way to address drains is to have a proper cover on them to prevent hair & soap from clogging them up. If you do encounter a clog, try tools made to grab the hair clog before you turn to chemicals. Pouring boiling water down your drains monthly to help prevent build up before it becomes an issue.

Essential tools for Homeowners: The most used tools for many homeowners are a shop vac & an electric drill! Otherwise, it’s a good idea to have a toolbox outfitted with: a hammer, screwdrivers, a measuring tape, a flashlight, pliers, a utility knife, a putty knife, an adjustable wrench, duct tape, a level, and a stud finder. You’ll also want to have a plunger handy!

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Brian and Kindra hope this information has been helpful to you. As always, if you have any questions or need help, please feel free to reach out to your local real estate professional.

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