Maintaining a home requires immense effort, constant focus, and boundless effort. It seems like things start going wrong one after the next. First, it is the dishwasher then it is the upstairs toilet then it is the irrigation system. Many homeowners are entirely dependent on service professionals when something goes wrong. Parker & Sons proudly any individual who likes to get their hands dirty and fix something themselves. Anyone can excel at home maintenance. To help, Parker & Sons service technicians offer their essential home maintenance tips.
For the HVAC unit, it is very important the homeowners check their air filter on a regular basis. We recommend as often as once a month. Dirty filters inflict undue wear and tear on HVAC systems. It is advised that individuals replace dirty filters, or clean reusable ones on a monthly basis. Not only will this extend the life of the HVAC unit, but it will also lower operating costs as well.
Low-water pressure showers are a common household annoyance. Showers which seem to be under the effects of low water pressure may just be slightly clogged. A homeowner can remove the shower head and clean the outlet holes with a pin or toothpick. For more stubborn clogs, they can remove the faceplate and soak the entire unit overnight in vinegar. Make sure to clean that showerhead again before use. No one wants a vinegar shower!
Homeowners should also be diligent when it comes to addressing and clearing clogs in the plumbing system. Even partial clogs can be damaging. Best of all, clearing clogs is often a quick and easy job. Most kitchen and bathroom sinks have something called a P-trap underneath them. This is a U-shaped bend in the pipe. This P-trap can be removed by unscrewing nuts on both ends of the U. Homeowners should make sure they have placed a bucket or similar receptacle below the P-trap before they remove it. Filth and debris can get caught in the P-trap. A home handyman can remove any potential obstacles and return the P-trap to its rightful spot underneath the sink. Now they should have some smoothly running pipes.
“Home maintenance doesn’t have to be a massively time-consuming job. If you spend 20-30 minutes on small jobs at least once a week, you will be able to keep your home in excellent condition. For any major problems or issues, please do not hesitate to call Parker & Sons at (602)273-7247,” said Josh Kelly of Parker & Sons.