Some of the most expensive home repairs start with small problems homeowners rarely check. Appliances collect dust, sump pumps fail quietly, and shutoff valves get stuck until the moment you actually need them.
Take 5 minutes this week to check these three things and make sure they’re working before they cause bigger problems.
🛠 Weekly Home Maintenance Check
This week take 5 minutes to check these:
1. Clean Refrigerator Coils
Pull the refrigerator slightly away from the wall, look for dust buildup on the coils behind or underneath the unit and check for pet hair or debris clogging the area.
Use a vacuum or coil brush to remove dust from the coils. This helps your refrigerator run more efficiently and can extend its lifespan.
2. Test Your Sump Pump
Locate your sump pit in the basement, pour a bucket of water into the pit and watch to see if the pump activates and removes the water.
If the sump pump doesn’t turn on, check the outlet and float switch. Catching a failed pump early can prevent serious water damage.
3. Check Under-Sink Shutoff Valves
Look under kitchen and bathroom sinks, find the small shutoff valves on the water lines and turn them slightly to make sure they move freely.
If a valve feels stuck, gently work it back and forth. Keeping these valves functional can stop a leak before it becomes a flood.
⚡ 10-Second Fix
Open and close your dishwasher once and check the door seal. Food debris or buildup can prevent it from sealing properly and cause leaks over time.
🧰 Tool I Actually Use
This kit helped allows me to keep my dryer clean and my laundry dry.
💰 Tool Deal of the Week
A small shop vacuum is one of the most useful tools a homeowner can own. It’s great for cleaning appliances, clearing debris, and even handling small water messes.
Next Week
Next week I’ll show you how to:
• Check Our HVAC Filter
• Test Smoke/Carbon Monoxide Detectors and Fire Extinguishers
• Test GFCI Outlets
PS: If you found this useful, forward it to someone who owns a home.
Tristen
FixThis.Today
