Closer Look Inspections, Inc.

  Your comfort! Your home working at its best! Your money in your pocket! Your Ounce Of Prevention: Inspect the home for signs of termites and other pests, which can become more active as the weather warms up. Check for leaky faucets, pipes, and fixtures both inside and outside the home. Inspect pools for algae growth and the proper functioning of pumps and filters. Text smoke and carbon monoxide detectors and ensure fire extinguishers are fully charged and accessible. Generally Helpful Guidelines: We are including the information below to help as you work through maintenance and repairs on your home. Remember that life expectancy often will be affected by wear and tear. This chart will help give an idea of what to expect for these different parts of your home and approximately how long you can expect each to last. We hope you find them helpful. Have a fantastic and safe rest of your week everyone! Closer Look Inspections Team *Image from Shutterstock

Your comfort! Your home working at its best! Your money in your pocket! Your Ounce Of Prevention: Continue maintenance and preparation of air conditioning units for the approaching hotter months. Clean or replace filters and check for any needed repairs or tune-ups Inspect and prepare your irrigation systems. Start planning and preparing garden beds for spring planting Look at the exterior paint and siding. Check for damage and deterioration Make sure exterior drainage is directing water away from the home Clear any debris from gutters and downspouts Check the roof for any damaged or missing shingles and other issues Check the seals around windows and doors to make sure they are not letting in warm air or letting out cool air.  Check your screens for damage and repair or replace them as needed Generally Helpful Guidelines: We are including the information below to help as you work through maintenance and repairs on your home. Remember that the life expectancy of Natural Stone Count...

  Your comfort! Your home working at its best! Your money in your pocket! Your Ounce Of Prevention: Although we do not perform inspections on these, inspect your septic system and sewer lines for blockages or other issues, particularly if the home has experienced recent heavy rains. Check the irrigation systems to ensure they are functioning properly and ready for the spring growing season.  Review your insurance policies to ensure all aspects of the home are covered, including assessing needs for flood or hurricane insurance as the season approaches. Examine trees and landscaping for any signs of disease or damage, and prune back any branches that could pose a threat in a  storm. Generally Helpful Guidelines: We are including the information below to help as you work through maintenance and repairs on your home. Remember that the life expectancy of a deck can vary due to exposure to a wide variety of environmental conditions such as weather, wind and hail. This chart wil...