Home Maintenance Advice

Bad things happen under a structure and there are a lot of ways for them to happen. Most often it’s access being granted to someone or something through improperly sealed openings. Here are some ways to improve under house access protection. Unsecured Crawl Space Access Screen This unsecured crawl space…

Touching Up Furniture & Cabinets is a quick and easy way to remove nicks and scratches on furniture, moldings, cabinets, doors, and floors. With a variety of colors available, you can match most wood stains, allowing for seamless touch-ups. Containing the same high-quality Wood Finish stain that has made Minwax…

Vine damage is one of the most easily prevented home maintenance items. Don’t let them grow all over your structure. Here a vine has grown through and under the rain gutter. Keep vines from growing on your woodwork. Vines Growing House One of the worst things for a wood porch,…

This picture shows termite damage hidden inside a painted wood beam that appeared completely solid. Tiny holes in the beam provided the only visible clue. A small amount of scraping revealed the damage. An experienced home maintenance provider can perform yearly inspections, identify termite activity early, and help you take…

Home Air Conditioning Management keeps the air in your house cleaner, and prevents some, but not all, costly maintenance bills. The unit system as a whole needs annual professional check-ups in addition to the maintenance that we suggest here. Replacing Air Condition Filters Air filters pull pollutants like dust, pollen,…

Protecting and maintaining original wood items like windows, trim, siding, and doors is a good money saving strategy because old house parts are often better than new ones. Pictured here is the comparison of two 2 x 4 wood studs. It shows the difference between old growth wood vs. new…

Not Maintaining Curb Appeal is something all homeowners should avoid. The front of your house is important because it’s the one of the first things people notice. Additionally, a well maintained house is more valuable than a poorly maintained one. Doing regular repairs and paint touch-ups is an intelligent way…

People get so used to their daily routine that they don’t notice worn out, old, dirty, overgrown, or broken items that are right in front of them. Here are some often overlooked Los Angeles Property Management checklist items that will keep your home looking its best: Removing Hidden Weeds Maximize…