Tips to Protect One of Your Most Valuable Investments
September 12 2023
By doing some simple preventative maintenance, you can extend the life of your home - one of your most valuable investments - and minimize costly repairs. Here are a few top tips from your dedicated community management team that can help you protect your investment.
Painting
It is important to put a good coat of paint on your home which may mean painting every three to five years on an average, depending on the quality of the paint.
Painting improves the appearance of your home and protects your wood or hard plank from the elements reducing rot. Do not forget your ACC application along with paint color samples, which must be reviewed and approved first.
Power Washing
Take a walk around your property. If you see green or black mildew on your home and driveway, you can power wash the mildew off your gutters, home exterior, driveway, and sidewalk. This small step of maintenance can keep your property looking well maintained.
Gutters
Gutters need to be cleaned out regularly. This time of year, they fill up with pine needles and leaves. If the gutters are full of leaves and pine needles, they will not drain properly and will need to be cleaned. The extra weight will cause the gutter nails to become loose and the gutter will sag or fall from your home. Gutters are important as they protect the fascia boards.
Landscaping
Trees, shrubs, and seasonal flowers add a great deal to the value of your home and the community. Remember that over time trees and shrubs can become overgrown and unsightly. Please keep your landscaping well-trimmed and yard edged so that it enhances your home and does not interfere with the street.
