Atlanta House Painting Information & Atlanta News

Every six months check your roof for warping, aging, moss, and cracking. Inspect the flashing around chimneys, skylights, and vents. Seal cracks or openings where water could penetrate. If there is significant wear, contact a roofing pro for an estimate.

Doors should be inspected twice a year. Clean and lubricate sliding glass door tracks and lubricate door hinges and locks.

The exterior of upper-story windows should be cleaned twice a year. Also, clean and lubricate window tracks.

If you don't routinely flush a quart of water from the tank four times a year, then every six months you should turn off the power source and drain it completely until it's clear of sediment to keep it running in optimal condition and extend its life.

When was the last time you inspected your bathroom caulking? If it is deteriorating you need to repair this before further damage is caused in your bathroom.

During the heating season replace your furnace filter once a month to ensure optimal efficiency.

When was the last time you checked your water heater? Keep your water heater in peak form by draining a quart of water from the tank four times a year. If you detect a leak, it usually means rusting through the bottom of the storage tank and you'll want to call a pro in.

Removing heavy snow from your roof can prevent costly water damage to your roof, walls and ceilings. But unless you can do it safely, don't jeopardize your well-being by trying to remove it yourself. Leave it to a professional.

Was one of your New Year's resolutions to get organized? Create a home office to keep your important documents and work files easily accessible and organized.

Review home appliance and other home warranties and schedule maintenance if necessary. Some warranties are only valid if a maintenance schedule is followed.

During the heating season replace your furnace filter once a month to ensure optimal efficiency.

Now that you are spending more time indoors, it's a great time of year for interior makeovers. Upgrading your home's flooring in even one room can make a dramatic difference.