TOP TEN maintenance tips for first-time homeowners
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By Steven Rivkin
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or first-time owners, owning a house can be an exciting thing. After settling, the new homeowners practice some maintenance tips.
1. IDENTIFY ESSENTIAL CONTROL AND ACCESS PANELS New homeowners identify the water valve and circuit breakers so that they can shut them off when not in use. They also check whether the water connects to the municipal They must also inspect the panel’s hatches and check on the septic tank and thermostats. Check whether they are still in good condition; if not, they call experts to repair them. 2. TEST YOUR LOCKS, ALARMS, AND DETECTORS. After acquiring the house, it is necessary to assess all the doors and windows. Check whether they are opening and closing correctly. Also, check whether the lock is in good condition, and if not, call an expert to repair them. After one is satisfied with the doors and windows, the next step is to check if the alarm is functional, test it, and fix it if it is faulty. Check the detectors to assess their functionality. JULY 2022 | 125