Home Maintenance Checklist for January

Vancouver Home Maintenance: January Checklist

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January is the perfect time to jump back into routines, refresh your space, and get started on the much-needed home maintenance. While holiday decorations might be packed away, there’s more to add to your home maintenance checklist this month than you might think! Keeping up with regular maintenance helps you catch potential issues early and protect your home from costly …

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Guide to Gutter Cleaning in Vancouver: What You Need to Know

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Did you know that Vancouver receives an average of 1,500 mm of rain annually? While this rainfall contributes to the green environment we love, it also presents a number of challenges for homeowners.  Keeping your property maintained is important for safety and to prevent long-lasting damage, especially in this rainy climate. Part of maintaining your property is ensuring the outside …

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Spring Exterior and Gutter Cleaning

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Spring Gutter Cleaning & Exterior Home Maintenance Springtime in Vancouver is beautiful – blooming flowers, warm weather, and gentle breezes. However, there are also weeks when there’s heavy rainfall and cold temperatures. This can cause havoc to your home’s exterior. This is why it’s important to spend some time diving into spring cleaning and home maintenance to prevent any damage …

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Exterior Cleaning: 10 Easy Ways to Improve Curb Appeal

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It’s always a good idea to improve the curb appeal of your home. Luckily this can be done with small exterior cleaning projects that make your home look refreshed. Here are 10 ways to instantly improve your home’s curb appeal: 1. Change your house numbers. Switch out your old and rusty numbers to ones that match your home’s style. This can make …

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Importance of Cleaning Window Tracks

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Window tracks are often overlooked when it comes to regular cleaning routines, but neglecting them can lead to various problems, such as the build-up of dirt and grime, and compromise the appearance and functionality of your windows. This buildup can prevent windows from shutting properly, allowing drafts into the house. Drafts make the home less energy-efficient, which in turn creates …