Are you noticing small issues around your house? like the slow-running drain or toilet, the water trickling out around the base of taps, cracks in plaster, chipped caulk around windows or small water stains. You say to yourself I’ll fix that soon, but for most of us there isn’t enough time or knowledge to tend to every little issue, so the ‘soon’ is dragged out for weeks to months. Then you are facing a much bigger and more expensive issue. To help avoid this predicament let’s take a look at the warning signs that precede potential disasters, focusing on those areas where problems commonly show up.
GUTTERS: Are your gutters fill to the brim with rain and creating pools around the base of your home? If left unattended to, this could cause extensive damage to your home foundation. However, an easy fix is available. Your gutters need a good cleaning to remove the clogged dead leaves and debris. This will help stop the growth of mould and the overflow of rain.
BATHROOM AND DRAINS: Some bathroom issues are easier to spot than others. For example, water seeping out around taps or around toilets is clearly a leak problem. This can be somewhat inexpensive to fix if done so promptly. However, some bathroom issues are trickier. For example, a slow draining sink. You most likely reach for a heavy duty de clogging product, these rarely fix the issue just prolong it. Instead you should hire a plumber to professionally snake out your drains before the issue develops beyond repair.
ROOF: Naturally the average person doesn’t find themselves on top of their roof often. The most common way we first see roof issues is through stains in the ceiling or dripping during rain. However, by now the issue is rather extensive and fixing it is expensive. Being proactive and having regular roof inspections could save you time and money.
HEATERS: Is your heater not reaching the desired temperature? Can you smell dust when your heater system is on? Is your heater system taking longer than usual to warm up? These are all signs that your heater system needs tending to. And while it may be painful to your bank account to have your heater system regularly cleaned and checked, the dividends it pays off down the road are well worth the short-term costs. Not just monetary costs but also the cost of your life. Faulty heater systems can cause fatal carbon monoxide poisoning. Don’t sweat the small stuff.
If any of these tips have you realising you need some proactive work done around your home call Grey Army on 13 11 98 and we can help keep your home safe and sturdy.