Wow, so its been a couple of months since I last wrote.
That's the way it goes, right? Life gets in the way, work gets in the way, kids, projects - it all takes time - and we don't have enough of it!
There are definitely things that you should NOT let slip until the endless "tomorrows". Lets talk about some of the common home repairs most people seem to put off and the consequences.
1. Gutters. They leak, sag, fill up with gunk, and sometimes come off all together. But the longer you wait, the more water is infiltrating your foundation, basement, windows and washing away soil that needs to channel water away from your home.
2. Caulk. Yucky, missing, cracking or gaping caulk is an indicator that water can and probably is seeping behind. That leads to mold and wood damage.
3. Decks. They are nice to sit out on and relax. But those loose boards, and unprotected wood can lead to wood rot and potential safety hazards no one has time for.
4. Ceiling spots. If you have a spot on your ceiling or a small patch of crumbling drywall/plaster that means there is water getting in somewhere its not suppose to! Letting it go just gives water more time to do its thing.... and that's not good.
5. Furnace Filters. Yup. They get gross. And not only does it decrease the units efficiency, it can cause the unit to not function properly.
The list can go on and on. There are probably quite a few things on your to-do list around your house that never seem to get done. Make your list and call HandyMark. No job is too small, and it could save you bigger repair bills in the future- but hey, I can fix those too.
