Nashville Winter Storm Home Repair Prep

 

In the midst of unexpected winter storm weather, you need to know with great certainty that your home is in good shape. Whether you’ve had roofing and repair issues in the past or not, it is never too soon or early for you to schedule an inspection to get those last minute repair issues taken care of before the extreme cold temperatures and above average snow accumulates. In the meantime, here are some things you can do while to prepare for winter storms.

Check Energy Usage

There doesn’t have to be a huge spike in your heating bills to indicate thermal energy loss in the home. Even small energy leaks will show up in the presence of unexplainable usage on your utility bills. You may even notice a need to frequently adjust the temperature in the home to keep it warm and comfortable. In addition to checking the paneling and molding around your doors and windows, you should have your roof and home’s insulation inspected to ensure they are efficient.

Clean the Gutters

Although this may seem like a fall related task, you can’t imagine how many homeowners neglect it only to end up with complications in the winter. Remember, the gutters help to keep moisture from accumulating on your roof and around your home’s foundation. If they are clogged, dirty and full of debris, they can’t act as an effective drainage system for your home. As it gets colder and snow starts to accumulate, the melting snow and standing water can refreeze, becoming a source of stress and weight to your home’s covering. Although your roof is designed to withstand so much weight, if it is in poor condition or outdated, it will not make it through the winter season unscathed.

For more advice on how to prepare your home for winter storms or to schedule inspections or repairs, contact the home construction and repair experts at Bluebird Construction. Give us a call at (615)-758-9101 for any and all of your Nashville home repair, renovation and construction needs.

Home Repair Issues You Should Never Ignore

Your home is the safest place on the planet, but leaving certain repair issues unfixed can easily make it the most hazardous. Here are several home repair issues no homeowner in Tennessee should ever ignore.

Electrical Issues

If you don’t want to end up spending a ton of money replacing appliances, then make sure your home is properly wired to handle all of your electrical needs. If you happen to blow fuses frequently or notice that some sockets work while others don’t, your home is a fire hazard until your electrical issues are fixed.

Roofing Problems

A holey or leaky roof doesn’t just mean higher heating and cooling bills; it also means you’ll need to hire a mold and water damage remediation company sooner than later. A bad roof allows unwanted moisture into the home that can cause mold and other toxic substances to grow and cause water damage to the attic and insulation.

Bad Plumbing

Old and leaky pipes are a number one plumbing concern for homeowners. Failure to get those pipes replaced or repaired can result in water damage. While you may not be concerned about a minor leak here and there, keep in mind that small leaks can easily turn into major leaks and burst pipes in the blink of an eye.

Pests

If you ever suspect unwanted critters are in your home, you need to find their nest and get rid of them immediately. If you don’t, you could end up with an entire population of unwanted pests infesting your property, making it a health hazard. Pests can also cause a great deal of structural damage to your home that will cost you a fortune to repair.

No matter how tight things may be or how inconvenient the timing is, some home repairs should be handled right away. Spending a little money now to get them taken care of will easily save you thousands of dollars or more in the long run. Contact Bluebird Construction today at (615)-758-9101 for all of your Tennessee home repair needs.