HH General Contracting - Home Maintenance

Maintain: To keep in an existing state (as of repair, efficiency, or validity) : preserve from failure or decline

Set up an ongoing maintenance schedule for your home

Routine maintenance ensures the longest life and greatest efficiency from each home system. HHGC works with clients to establish maintenance schedules specific to individual homes and their components. We can also maintain unoccupied properties to make sure that they are being taken care of when empty. For seniors or homeowners who are no longer able to care for their homes, having a maintenance contractor is important to make sure the house is still safe and habitable.

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Just like your car, your house also needs routine maintenance and tune-ups to stay in shape.

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Frequently Asked Maintenance Questions

Maintaining your home can be another part-time job for you and your family. Luckily, there are professionals who can do your home maintenance for you! Routine maintenance is important for every home's upkeep and well-being. Having a professional check up on your exterior, appliances, heating and cooling, plumbing, security, and electrical systems will help prevent breakdowns, save money, and keep your home looking its best.

What type of maintenance should I do every winter?

• Toilet: Check for leaks and water run-on.
• Interior Caulking: Inspect caulking around tubs, showers, and sinks; replace any if it is deteriorating.
• Forced-Air Heating System: Change semi-annually if user's mannual recommends high efficiency pleated or HEPA-style filters.
• Garbage Disposal: Tighten drain connections and fasteners.
• Clothes Washer: Clean water inlet filters; check hoses and replace them if they are leaking.
• Clothes Dryer: Vacuum lint from ducts and surrounding areas.
• Wiring: Check for frayed cords and wires; repair or replace them as needed.
• Range Hood: Wash fan blades and housing.
What type of maintenance should I do every spring?

• Roof: Inspect roof surface, flashing, eaves, and soffits; repair if needed.
• Gutters and Downspouts: Clean them out or install no-clean version. Inspect and repair weak areas; check for proper drainage and make repairs if needed.
• Siding: Inspect and clean siding and repair if needed.
• Exterior Caulking: Inspect caulking and replace any that is deteriorating.
• Windowsills, Doorsills, Thresholds: Fill cracks, caulk edges, repaint; replace if needed.
• Window and Door Screens: Clean screening and repair or replace if needed; tighten or repair any loose or damaged frames and repaint if needed; replace broken, worn, or missing hardware; tighten and lubricate door hinges and closers.
What type of maintenance should I do every fall?

• Roof: Inspect roof surface, flashing, eaves, and soffits; repair if needed.
• Gutters and Downspouts: Clean out. Inspect and repair weak points; check for proper slope.
• Chimney or Stovepipe: Clean flue (more frequently if needed); repair any cracks in flue or any loose or crumbling mortar.
• Siding: Inspect and clean siding and repair if needed.
• Exterior Caulking: Inspect caulking and replace any that is deteriorating.
• Storm Windows and Doors: Replace any cracked or broken glass; tighten or repair any loose or damaged frames and repaint if needed. Replace damaged hardware; tighten and lubricate door hinges and closers.
• Window and Door Weather Stripping: Inspect and repair or replace if it is deteriorating or if it does not seal.
• Thermostat: Clean heat sensor, contact points, and contacts; check accuracy and replace thermostat if it is not functioning properly.
• Outdoor Faucets: If you live in an area with freezing winters, shut off valves to outdoor faucets. Open spigots and drain, store hoses.
What type of maintenance should I do every summer?

• Septic Tank: Have a professional check the tank (watch for backup throughout the year). In many areas, it is recommended that the tank be pumped every year.
• Main Cleanout Drain: Have a "rooter" professional clean out the main line, particularly if there are mature trees in your yard whose roots could have cracked the pipe in their search for moisture.
• Water Heater: Drain water until it is clear of sediment; test temperature pressure relief valve; clean burner and ports (gas heater).
• HVAC System: Have a professional tune up your heat/air conditioning system.
What are some of the most important home maintenance services provided by H & H General Contracting?

Any dangerous or unsafe repairs need to be done immediately, but there are a few other important maintenance items that can improve property value and keep your home safe and secure.
It is important to have your HVAC System cleaned and serviced once a year.
We can also pressure wash your exterior areas to keep them looking fresh.
If your deck is looking a bit aged, we can stain it to make it look new again.
A bit of exterior paint retouching or repainting can help keep your home looking clean and well-maintained.
We can also come out and inspect your systems to make sure they are functional and working as expected.

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Maintain: To keep in an existing state (as of repair, efficiency, or validity) : preserve from failure or decline

Set up an ongoing maintenance schedule for your home

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