HaugenRealty.com: December 2009 Home Resource

Buying and selling a house is one thing. Making a house a home is quite another.

Whether you own or rent your living space, we hope this information will be useful to you in your unique setting.

December's Home Resource

December

Home Maintenance Checklist

It's usually the little things that can creap up on you & turn into big problems. So with this in mind, this year we will be offering a monthly checklist for maintaining your home. Following these simple checklists will help you tackle those little projects in a timely manner and help to prevent major issues down the road.

Check the operation of all ground-fault circuit interrupter outlets by pushing the "test" button. The "reset" button should pop out, indicating the receptacle is operating properly. Press in the reset button.

Check inside bathroom vanities and kitchen sink cabinets for moisture and other signs of leaks. Carefully inspect pipes for condensation or slow drips. Repair the plumbing system if necessary.

Review the family fire escape plan with every household member.

Unpack and test all electrical holiday decorations. Repair or discard any that do not function properly.

Watch for sales on tools before and after the holiday season.

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