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February Home Maintenance Checklist: Preparing Your Home for a Smooth Transition

February serves as a pivotal time to ready your home for the shift from winter's grasp to the budding promise of spring. It's an opportune moment to conduct thorough inspections, address lingering winter issues, and prepare your home for the upcoming season. Here's a comprehensive checklist to guide your February home maintenance routine: 1. HVAC Systems: Inspect Heating Systems: Ensure your heating system is in top condition. Replace filters, check vents, and consider scheduling professional maintenance to optimize efficiency. 2. Exterior Check-Up: Roof and Gutters: Examine the roof for any damage or loose shingles. Clean gutters and downspouts to prevent blockages and ice buildup. Seal Drafts: Check for drafts around windows and doors, sealing any gaps to conserve energy and keep your home cozy. 3. Plumbing Review: Check for Leaks: Inspect pipes for leaks or signs of water damage. Repair leaks promptly and insulate exposed pipes to prevent freezing. Sump Pump Testing:...

February Home Maintenance Checklist: Preparing Your Home for a Smooth Transition

February serves as a pivotal time to ready your home for the shift from winter's grasp to the budding promise of spring. It's an op…

February: Lawn and Gardening Tips

Grow Now: Roses Add roses to your garden this month. consider disease-resistant shrub types such as the edtior's favorite, 'Carefre…

FEBRUARY REAL ESTATE NEWS: Mortgage Rates Recently Hit a 3-Year Low. Here’s Why That’s Still a Big Deal.

If you’re one of the thousands of homebuyers waiting for rates to fall, you should know it’s already happening. And they recently crossed a…

FEBRUARY LAWN AND GARDENING: Getting Ready for Spring

4 February in the North Carolina Triad can be a mix of cold snaps and warm, sunny days. While winter isn’t quite over, this is the perfect …

FEBRUARY: Home and Health Improvement

F ebruary is a time for affection and kindness, so why not give your home some tender loving care this month? These small but important tas…