Tag Archives: Maintenance

Condominium Home Inspection: Don’t skip it!

Posted on November 1, 2011 by welmoed

You might not think that a Home Inspection is necessary when purchasing a condominium. After all, condo owners don’t have to worry about fixing or maintaining the exterior, so why get an inspection? What could go wrong in such a … Continue reading →

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How to Be a Draft Dodger

Posted on October 28, 2010 by welmoed

Part of the Fall Honey-Do list was to chase down drafts. Here’s Bob to tell you how you can spot them.

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Fall Maintenance and Winter Prep: Your “Honey Do” List

Posted on October 26, 2010 by welmoed

The falling temperatures are telling us it’s time to prepare for winter weather. You can take care of all of these chores in a single weekend, then relax knowing you’re ready for the cold! Drain Outside Faucets Turn off the … Continue reading →

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Deferred Maintenance: Penny Wise, Pound Foolish

Posted on May 4, 2010 by welmoed

Times are tight, so you really don’t want to spend the money on expensive home improvements. You might even be tempted to forgo some routine maintenance around the house. After all, if it’s not broken, why spend money fixing it? … Continue reading →

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Spring Checklist

Posted on March 30, 2010 by welmoed

Now that it looks like Winter has finally released its grip in central Maryland, here are some chores that should be on your to-do list for the upcoming few weeks: Maintain the Drain One of the major causes of damage … Continue reading →

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