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5 Home Maintenance Issues Home Sellers Shouldn’t Ignore

Stephanie Crawford Stephanie Crawford
May 5, 2009 1 min read
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Consumer Reports magazine advises home owners not to put off important maintenance projects, noting that waiting until the economy rebounds could end up making the repairs more costly while putting a family’s health at risk.

The magazine identifies five crucial maintenance issues:

  • Check the gutters: Clogged gutters, broken fasteners and separations where the gutters meet the fascia board will lead to roof leaks if they haven’t already.

  • Inspect the roof: Cracked, curled and mussing shingles mean a roof is nearing the end of its useful life. Cracks around chimneys, skylights, and roof valleys can also suggest the roof might be leaking.

  • Look for bugs: Termites and carpenter ants can bore through a home in a few short years. Probe the sill plate on top of the foundation with a screwdriver to check for rotten wood. Also look for carpenter ants and termites along windowsills and walls.

  • Avoid mold: Mold and mildew can cause musty odors, dank air, and make residents sick. Check under carpets and around windows for visible mold or mildew.

  • Don’t ignore cracks: Foundation cracks wider than 3/16 of an inch can be a problem. These require examination by a structural engineer.

Source: Consumer Reports (05/04/2009)

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Stephanie Crawford
Stephanie Crawford
Realtor

Steph is a Nashville native who has been helping homebuyers and sellers throughout Middle Tennessee since 2003. She's the broker/owner of Brokers Cooperative, manages the NestingInNashville.com website, and oversees contracts, negotiations, and marketing from her home office. 

WRITTEN BY
Stephanie Crawford
Stephanie Crawford
Realtor

Steph is a Nashville native who has been helping homebuyers and sellers throughout Middle Tennessee since 2003. She's the broker/owner of Brokers Cooperative, manages the NestingInNashville.com website, and oversees contracts, negotiations, and marketing from her home office. 

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