When you own a home, especially an older home, it can seem that every spare minute is spent painting fixing, mowing or gardening. The chores never seem to end and that’s just for daily or weekly chores that need to be done. With all of that work, it can be easy to ignore bigger issues that may come up, like your foundation. But problems like this should never be moved to the bottom of your list. Specialists in foundation crack repair in MA and other areas around the country can be your best friend when it comes to making sure your house sits on the solid ground. Here are some other areas of your home that you need to action as soon as you spot trouble:
Roof
Roof leaks are not uncommon, particularly if your roof is more than 10 years old. But relying on buckets when it rains, or just patching here are there is not a long-term solution. Moisture can build up in the walls, causing mold. The health risks of mold are numerous. At the first sign of a leak, call your roofer immediately.
Furnace
Your HVAC system is supposed to keep you cool in the summer and warm in the winter. With proper maintenance, it will be there for you when you need it. Make sure you have regular inspections and get issues dealt with as soon as possible. Change the filter regularly and if it’s older than 15 years, consider replacing it with a more energy efficient model.
Basement/foundation
Cracks in your foundation can occur naturally over time; or it could be caused by things like water running in from downspouts, poor grade around your home, or tree roots interfering with your foundation. Cracks need to be remedied quickly to avoid bigger problems in the future.
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