Home Maintenance Advice

Sewer vent pipes, furnace and water heater vents stick out of the roof and are called appurtenances or roof jacks. They should be painted a color that matches the roof material.

Pictured here is an unsecured under house access screen door. It is less than three feet from the city sidewalk. This unprotected entrance point allows direct access to the underside of the house, and if it has a basement, access to the interior without having to break in through a…

Letting one’s home fall into disrepair is a costly mistake some homeowners make. Repair costs can be many times more than simple yearly maintenance spending. Often times, the homeowner doesn’t think about how their house appears, but neighbors notice.

Howard Cutting Board Oil is for use on butcher block, cutting boards, wooden bowls and utensils. This food-grade mineral oil rejuvenates wood and prevents it from drying and cracking. Here’s more info from the manufacturer: Howard Cutting Board Oil is made with clear, odorless, pure food-grade mineral oil. Its penetrating…

Minwax Wood Finish Stain Markers are a versatile tool for both maintenance and decoration. They provide a quick and easy solution for touching up nicks and scratches on furniture, moldings, cabinets, doors, and floors. With a variety of colors available, they can match most wood stains, allowing for seamless touch-ups….

Vines can cause expensive damage to your eaves and rafters. Here a vine has grown through and under the raingutter. Keep vines from growing on your woodwork.

It is a good idea to walk around your house once a month to see if anything needs repair. Loose roof tiles pose a danger and are an accident waiting to happen.

Keep trees and plants from growing onto your roof. Trees connecting to your house allow pests direct access to the upper part of your home. Meet regularly with your gardner or landscaper to discuss trimming trees and shrubs so they don’t provide pests access to your structure.

Your parkway is the grassy area between the sidewalk and street. Keeping your parkway free of debris shows consideration for your neighbors and your neighborhood.

Nothing else screams curb appeal as much as a high gloss accent color on your front door. Fine Paints of Europe has an exquisite collection of high gloss enamels to make your door stand out. Glossy paints are preferred for traditional front doors because they enhance the door’s beauty. A…