It is easy to overlook basic home maintenance. But if you neglect regular upkeep or cut corners on projects, it can easily cost you hundreds or even thousands in the long run from unexpected and expensive emergency repairs.
Here are four common things many homeowners do wrong or fail to do:
1. Use paint primer. All-in-one paint with primer may sound good. But with bare wood, using a high-quality primer first will help preserve the wood and make the paint last longer because it sticks better to the surface.
2. Don’t apply latex over oil-based paint. Latex paint will begin peeling within weeks of being applied over existing oil-based paint. If you must, be sure to use de-glosser “liquid sandpaper”.
3. Lubricate exterior door hinges. When a hinge gets rusty and seizes up, it can cause damage to the door itself. Lubricate with a silicone spray once per year to keep the door hinges trouble-free.
4. Notice foggy windows. If the seal of insulated windows is broken, the windows will fog up. Replace the seal to avoid extra heating and cooling expenses.
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