The rich and famous are known for owning some of the most lavish and beautiful homes in the world as well as properties that most people only dream of having. Do you ever wonder how they keep their homes in tip-top shape? It’s important to remember that every home needs a significant amount of upkeep throughout the year to maintain its condition and value. To follow the same home care habits of the wealthy, there are a few routine maintenance tasks to complete each year.

Landscaping

Maintain your home’s curb appeal and make sure your home stands out from the rest of the neighborhood with clean landscaping design. Remove dead trees, pull out weeds, and prune the shrubs every week or two for a manicured environment that looks well-maintained. It’s also important to fertilize the lawn throughout the year to prevent dead spots from developing on the grass.

Plumbing Maintenance

Plumbing maintenance is necessary on a routine basis to avoid pipes from bursting or toilets from overflowing. Professionals, like those at HELP Plumbing, Heating, Cooling and Electric, know that adjusting the flow of water to your toilet maintains efficiency and safety.  You don’t want to replace equipment before it’s truly needed. Make it a point to have a technician inspect leaky faucets and toilets that continue to run and complete any necessary, common repairs. Keep your pipes from freezing in the winter by keeping water running and by setting the thermostat during the day and night.

Heating and Cooling

Hire a professional HVAC technician to inspect your unit for any repairs that may be needed. Scheduling maintenance on the HVAC unit will also increase its lifespan and allow it to perform its best. You can schedule pre-season maintenance to avoid a system failure in severe weather. A professional technician can also help to reduce your energy usage during the season by performing an inspection.

Roof Inspections

Your roof should be inspected by a professional every six months to look for any missing shingles or tiles which can cause the structure to be exposed to environmental elements. Roof inspections should also be performed after the winter season has passed to look for areas that may be damaged from the harsh weather.

Routine home maintain will help keep your home looking fit for the rich and famous. Upkeep is crucial to keep your home fully functional and void of problems that can occur from neglect.

Author Bio: Rachelle Wilber is a freelance writer living in the San Diego, California area. She graduated from San Diego State University with her Bachelor’s Degree in Journalism and Media Studies. She tries to find an interest in all topics and themes, which prompts her writing. When she isn’t on her porch writing in the sun, you can find her shopping, at the beach, or at the gym. Follow her on twitter: @RachelleWilber