Mar 20, 2021 | Residential
We are finally seeing some nice weather changes up ahead. Warmer temps bring the blooming of flowers and the urge to refresh our surroundings.
Being proactive now can help save you time and money in the future. Completing a clean-out & organization every 6 months can make all the difference to your wellbeing. Therefore, Spring & Fall are the typical and perfect time to get started.
Landscaping:
- Fertilize and seed where needed and think about installing a sprinkler system for easier maintenance.
- Seasonal plants and shrubs should be planted after the last frost of the winter. Although Mother Nature likes to throw curveballs our way, the mid-to-end of March is usually a safe bet.
- Replace or replenish flower beds with mulch or pine straw and prune those bushes ready for their rapid growth.
- Add a fresh “Welcome” sign and some updated LED or SOLAR walkway lights to finish the newly updated look.
Exterior of the Home:
- Powerwash siding & walkways. It will refresh the outside of your home and set it up for welcoming the summer.
- Clean your gutters and down spurts from any lingering Fall leaves and debris.
- Consider having your roof and attic areas inspected for any damage from the harsh winter weather.
- Do a thorough walk-round of the homes exterior to check for any issues that may have been caused during the cold season.
- Inspect your decks and patios for any rotting wood or mold and replace your outside furniture as needed.
Interior of the Home:
- Inspect and change as needed the batteries of smoke & carbon dioxide detectors.
- Change air filters regularly. Spring brings with it pollen and allergens galore!
- Inspect and clean your windows inside and out.
- Clean the dust and accumulation from ceiling fans that will likely have built-up with lack of use.
- Consider adding some fresh coats of paint to certain rooms to lighten them up.
- Clean & organize your pantry and refrigerator.
- Give your garage or outside storage some love with a good clear out.
Our repairs & maintenance team are available to knock-out many of these tasks before they become a bigger problem, preventing stress or worry on your part. Lastly, consider our disinfecting service to get your home sanitized with ease.
Contact us today to see how P&R can help keep your home or business in tip-top shape.
Jun 4, 2019 | Maintenance
It’s that time of the year when the temps get unbearable and just setting foot outside causes you to sweat uncontrollably.
We can’t change the weather (unfortunately!), but we can help with some proven tips and tricks to keep your home cool while still being energy conscious:
- Turn off lights in your home. This is a easy step to take, but often over-looked. Keeping your lights off when not in use can help lower the warmth of a room, especially if the bulbs are incandescent. Another great tip, switch all your bulbs to LED!
- Reduce sunlight. Keeping out direct sunlight will help keep the temperature down. Install blinds or curtains and keep them drawn. Don’t forget to check your windows for any damage and think about replacing them if needed.
- Keep cooking to a minimum. Easier said than done, of course. But on those really hot days, opt to make cold foods (salad), grill out or use appliances that don’t heat up your kitchen so much.
- Set ceiling fans to rotate counter-clockwise. Reversing the rotation of the blades will help push hot air up towards the ceiling, helping you feel cooler.
- Use heat-emanating appliances at the cooler part of the day (night). Running your dryer at night when it’s cooler will help keep the temp down in your home.
- Open windows at night. If you live in a state that has much cooler nighttime temperatures, use it to your advantage and open your windows. Keep safety in mind and only keep upper windows open through the night.
Keeping up with the maintenance on your home will also play a role in keeping it cool and lowering energy costs with constant running A/C.
Replacing air filters, repairs to weather-stripping on doors & windows and regular HVAC tune-ups are all important steps to take.
Our Repairs & Maintenance Team can take care of all the maintenance needs of your home or business, while you sit back and relax in the cool, A/C air! Request a quote today!
Jun 6, 2018 | Residential
Getting ready to list your home and needing a few updates or renovations?
Or are you in the midst of selling your home with boxes everywhere and no time for dealing with all the little fixes that your home inspection report came back with.
Contracts have been signed and now the clock is ticking!
We would love to help and be your go-to for all your home-selling renovation and inspection needs. We can knock that list out of the park on-time and in-budget, and will provide an updated Inspection Report once finished!
- Walls patched and painted
- New light fixtures and fans
- Smoke alarms fixed/replaced
- New window screens installed
- Updated flooring
- Kitchen and bathroom remodels
- Electrical and plumbing issues fixed
- Landscaping refreshed
- Pressure washing
- Water heater repairs or replacement
- Roof issues repaired or replaced
Having a team that can do everything, efficiently and on-schedule, helps control your worries during a stressful time.
Selling a home is one of the most demanding events a person can go through. We want to be there to see that your home-selling experience goes as planned and to see that all our customers get the most out of their sale!
Contact us today for a FREE Quote and to learn more about what we can do for you.
May 30, 2018 | Multifamily
Maintaining a family home takes work, time and money.
Being a landlord on top of this, brings the responsibilities of maintaining both your own residence and that of your rental home(s) and tenants.
Keeping your tenants happy and satisfied is key to being a great landlord and retaining renters.
Repairs & maintenance are vital for stopping those major emergencies from happening. Therefore, being on-top of potential disasters before they arise will save you time and money.
Basic Preventative Maintenance:
- Air filter changes
- HVAC checks
- Gutter cleaning
- Ducts and vents cleaned
- Inspecting smoke detectors and changing batteries
- Draining water heaters
- Replacing weather stripping
- Plumbing regularly inspected
Major Fixes and Repairs:
- Plumbing issues and leaks
- Replacing bathroom fixtures
- HVAC system breakdowns
- Drainage issues
- Replacing flooring
- Kitchen appliance repairs
Take the stress of maintaining and fixing your rental property away by hiring an honest and reliable company.
Contact us today for your free quote.
Mar 28, 2018 | Maintenance
The Importance of Preventative Maintenance
Keeping your home or business in tip-top shape can take a lot of time and effort; something not all of us have enough of! Being proactive about what needs to be done can help save you money and a major headache down the road.
Preventative maintenance is key to avoiding issues that can arise at a later date. Just like your car (think oil changes and tire rotations), your home needs preventative maintenance to keep it running smoothly.
Preventative Maintenance Checklist:
- Changing air filters quarterly
- Checking all plumbing and plumbing fixtures for leaks
- Changing smoke detector batteries
- Gutter cleaning
- Examining and fixing as needed of any caulk and/or sealant issues
- Replacing weather stripping as needed
- Dryer vent/duct cleaning
- Draining water heaters annually
Changing your air filters on a regular basis helps keep the airflow in your home fresh and healthy. Air filters are the key to keeping your HVAC system running smoothly and prevent any major issues. Clogged air filters are the number one reason for HVAC system failures.
Plumbing issues and leaky faucets/pipes are the main cause of increased bills and wasted water.
Check your plumbing and the inside of your toilet (flapper/valves) on a regular basis can help save you hundreds of dollars. This is an important step for every home, but imperative for multi-family communities where multiple defective faucets/toilets can amass to huge amounts of wasted money.
Changing smoke detector batteries is a no-brainer. Keeping your home fire-free is of course a number one concern of any home or business owner. Keep your smoke detectors working properly with regular battery changes.
Gutter cleaning is one of those often over-looked maintenance requirements. Clogged gutters can cause many issues to your roof, foundation and the surrounding areas. Keeping your gutters clean and the flow of water away from your home, is a very important step in preventive maintenance.
Fixing broken or damaged sealant/caulk issues can help keep mold at bay and prevent leaks and erosion. It also keeps the pests away and out of your home.
Weather stripping helps keep your home at the temperature you’ve set it and saves on energy costs. Replacing damaged weather-stripping is an easy preventative fix that will keep your home feeling comfortable and your bills looking low.
Getting your dryer vent cleaned out on a regular basis is another of those often over-looked preventative maintenance items that is highly important. Dryer vent fires are the leading cause of household fires and are on the increase. Water damage and appliance failure are also issues caused by clogged dryer vents. Having your vent cleaned regularly is not only for safety, it can also help save on your energy costs.
Lastly the draining of water heaters (or “flushing”) can help save your water heater from a premature breakdown, lack of hot water and any troubling noises coming from it. Having your water heater annually flushed will help remove the buildup of sediment at the bottom of your tank, which is the leading cause of the above issues.
P&R has been helping our customers for years with preventative maintenance. We care about keeping your home and businesses safe and in a pristine and healthy condition, and believe that preventive maintenance is key.
Feel free to contact us today with any questions, or to secure a free QUOTE!
