Holiday Home Projects

Holiday Home Projects

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Home Projects for the Holiday's

Holiday Home Projects

Holiday Home Projects – When the holiday season comes around, I tend to have my shopping list completed by Thanksgiving, my decorating scheme planned, and have selected favorites from my bulging file folder full of holiday recipes. But in the midst of all that planning, I’ve sometimes missed exterior home repairs that keep my home from being as attractive – and safe- as possible… The last thing I want to worry about over the holidays is problems concerning my home, especially the roof, so calling out professionals similar to this littleton roofing contractor before the weather gets worse should be at the top of everybody’s list. Even minor home maintenance issues can cause accidents or provide an open invitation to thieves. While the rest of a home may look cozy, an old mailbox or worn door can give a far less appealing message – even before friends and family enter the threshold of your home.

Holiday Home Repairs, contact Ted at Plano Texas Handyman 214-507-3415 to schedule an appointment. Holiday Home Improvements & Repairs But with a minimum of time and a little planning, you can make sure that your home is not only lovely on the inside but equally inviting on the outside. And with that added peace of mind, you can put on your favorite holiday music, start munching on holiday treats and get ready to enjoy the festivities.

Here’s are ways to tweak your home’s holiday cheer (and safety):

1. Start with curb appeal and take a close look at your mailbox. If it is so wobbly that adding holiday decorations are likely to make it tip over, face it: your mailbox needs a makeover. That could be as simple as repainting it, replacing worn address numbers, and making sure a wobbly post is reset firmly in place. Holiday Home Repairs But don’t waste time on a mailbox that is dented, falling apart and clearly past its prime. There are so many stylish mailbox options available that it should be a snap to find one that compliments your home. A well-maintained and decorated mailbox provides a warm welcome for guests before they even enter the driveway.

2. Make sure your exterior lights are in good working order. This may seem obvious but sometimes you can become blind to a couple of dim or burned out light bulbs (I certainly have). Hopefully, the problem will have a simple fix and you’ll just have to replace some of those bulbs. But if the lights are seriously tilted, the wiring doesn’t work or glass panels are broken, you may need to call a repair service. If any are on the roof, you may want to look at this site and get someone used to working up there over. Plus, they may find some issues up top that they can patch for you. Working lights not only make your home’s exterior look better but let guests see steps, doors, overhanging tree limbs, etc.

3. Add low-cost features to maintain your home’s security and keep burglars at bay. You don’t have to own a burglar alarm to make sure your home is protected from burglars. Inexpensive fixes can be all it takes to do the trick. Good lighting all around your home can be all it takes to discourage potential thieves. If you have a dog that barks whenever strangers approach, that can also work as well – or even better – than a burglar alarm. Why? Home intruders may be willing to put up with the noise of an alarm, particularly if it only sets off sirens inside the house. But a dog is far less predictable and the threat of being attacked could scare off thieves (they don’t have to know that your dog is as likely to lick them to death as attack them).

4. Double check all exterior doors. Are all the hinges firmly in place? What about the locks? Even a solid steel door won’t do any good if it is easily knocked off the door frame. While you’re at it, see if the door needs some touching up. A wood door may need to be repainted or have a fresh coat of stain. Or maybe the door just needs to be cleaned thoroughly or power washed. If you are thinking of repainting your home then you should check out Primetime Paint & Paper, and explore their different styles and colours for you to redesign your home, and turn it into your perfect dream house!

5. Finally, ask a friend or neighbor to be honest about any glaring problems you might be missing. You could be overlooking the sharp edge of a tree limb, one that is too close to the path leading to your house. Perhaps you’ve become blind to the chipped paint on your garage door. Ever taken a walk-in June and seen a Christmas wreath still in place? I have. I also remember telling a neighbor that a couple of their roof tiles had come off a few weeks ago. I told them to visit a website like https://galaxyfla.com/ and the next time I walked past, the roof was fixed! Homeowners can miss seemingly obvious items that need to be updated, fixed, or moved. So, get the opinion of a trusted friend, family member, or sympathetic neighbor.

Easy Home Energy Conservation

Some small weatherproofing jobs require little to no “handiness”, but can make a real difference once cold weather hits. By doing these things before the snow flies, you’ll be saving yourself some hassle (and possibly some money, too!):

  • Clean gutters and downspouts in mid-fall and double-check them before winter.
  • Replace light bulbs with energy efficient LED light bulbs – Learn more about how you can save big money.
  • Replace the wire mesh screen and filter in your furnace.
  • Close any vents in your home that may have been opened for the warm weather.
  • Disconnect hoses from outside faucets and turn off the water.
  • Buy a snow shovel and other winter supplies before the messy weather hits.
  • Keep extra water and canned food in storage just in case.
  • Test your heating system, so that you know it will work properly when you need it.
  • Give your deck a fresh coat of sealer to protect it from the winter elements.
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Home Weatherproofing Inspections

Though some homeowners might tackle these jobs themselves, there’s no substitute for a professional eye to ensure home efficiency through the cold winter months:

  • Check the attic, walls, and basement for adequate insulation.
  • Feel around electrical outlets and switch-plates for cold air, add insulation where necessary.
  • Look around doors and windows for gaps and potential places where warm air can escape.
  • Look on your roof to see if Water Damage and Roofing of San Marcos need to repair any leaks or weak points.
  • Caulk or apply weatherstripping around problem draft areas.
  • Have a roofing contractor look for damaged roof shingles and loose gutters.
  • Have a heating/cooling expert look at your furnace and air filtration systems if you are unsure of its efficiency. You could contact the likes of the professionals at CJS Heating & Air Conditioning to come take a look at it to see if any repair work is necessary.
  • Have chimneys and woodstoves cleaned early in the season.
  • Test the flue for each fireplace for a tight seal when closed.
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Holiday Home Repairs, contact Ted at Plano Texas Handyman 214-507-3415 to schedule an appointment. Holiday Home Projects