Friday, October 31, 2014

Home Repairs and Construction Nashville: Don’t Wait Until the Last Minute



Whether your home is a new construction or an older model home, the need for repairs in Tennessee is as unavoidable as the need for air. While you may feel that you can put off certain home repairs Nashville TN such as a broken electrical socket or a leaky pipe, the longer you wait the bigger your repair issues will become. To prevent these problems and any other issues on the inside and outside of your home from becoming a problem, you need to find a good handyman Nashville Tennessee and repair service that you can trust.

Wintertime is practically here and the last thing you want to end up dealing with once those temperatures drop is a leaky roof, unexplainable drafts in the home, flashing lights, sparking electrical outlets, leaky faucets, and burst pipes. The best way to reduce the need for expensive and unexpected winter repairs is to hire a contractor now to get everything squared away.

Regardless of how well everything inside of your home has worked before, there is nothing wrong with being prepared. Get an inspection and know for sure whether or not you have any potential problems to worry about. By taking a few measures of precaution now, you can save you and your family the heartache and discomfort that comes with needing last minute repairs during the wintertime.

To learn more about winterizing your home for the season or for more handy home repair advice, visit Maynard Construction online or call us at (616) 889-5830 for a free estimate today!

Wednesday, October 15, 2014

Is Your Home Ready for the Winter?



The fall season is when you want to start making changes to your home that will winterize your home. Don’t wait until the weather gets so cold that you don’t want to do anything but stay up under the covers. Here are some things you can do to prepare your home now.

Change the filter on your furnace. While you are at it, schedule an appointment for a Nashville furnance inspection as well. In order for your home to remain warm and cozy throughout the winter, your furnace needs to be in tiptop shape.

Clean and cover your air conditioning system. Even though this device won’t be getting much use during the winter, it still needs to be properly cleaned and covered while it is not in use. Make sure all vents are closed and all window units are removed from the windows and stored in a cool and dry place for the season.

Get in the habit of setting your thermostat to 68 degrees. This will keep your furnace from working too hard as the temperatures get colder.

Test your furnace out by turning it up to 80 degrees for a few moments and time how long it take for it to come on and how long it takes your home to warm up. If it takes more than twenty minutes for the furnace blower to start, it is time for you to contact your local Nashville handyman to come out and make some repairs.

To learn more about getting your home for the winter, visit Maynard Construction online or call us at (616) 889-5830 for a free estimate today!