The Scary Cost of Home Neglect

The Scary Cost of Home Neglect

When you’re a homeowner, there’s a whole list of maintenance tasks to attend to. But when life gets busy, it’s easy to forget to do some of those or put them off to another time. Doing so can potentially lead to a bigger problem down the road.   

This month, we're sharing some tips on potential problems that could crop up in your home. We're also offering some easy things you can do to help you stay on track and not feel overwhelmed when it comes to these issues.  

Small maintenance issues have a way of creeping up on you, just like things that go bump in the night. Catching them early can help keep costly repair bills from becoming the real horror story. 

• Phantom Leaks 
  • Dripping faucets
  • Gurgling drains
• Strange Noises
  • Squeaky door and cabinet hinges
  • Banging pipes
• Ghostly Chills
  • Drafty windows and doors
  • Insufficient insulation 
• Spooky Smells
  • Musty odors
  • Stale or stagnant air
• Possessed Appliances
  • Dishwasher leaves dishes dirty
  • Odd refrigerator noises 
• Monster Growth
  • Invasive plants 
  • Unruly trees

Routine maintenance protects your home's value, improves comfort, boosts resale appeal, and helps you avoid costly repairs down the road. See the attached checklist image to help keep your home in great shape all year long - with no scary surprises. 

If you find you need a qualified service professional to come in and help, just let our team know. We can refer a great one to you. We're also happy to help you with any real estate needs or questions at any time.

Rachel Gaudette

Client Care & Marketing Coordinator 

Home Collective Northwest 

clientcare@homecollectivenw.com