As exciting as it can be, becoming a homeowner also comes with a great deal of responsibility, you will no longer be able to call your landlord or rental company if something goes wrong in your home. With this in mind, here are 4 things every homeowner should know how to do.
Turn Off the Mains Water
This one doesn’t seem that important, until water is gushing from a broken tap or pipe and you have no idea where the stop valve is for the mains water. Familiarise yourself with the mains water valve as soon as you move in and you will always know how to at least turn your water off in the event of an emergency.
Fuse Box Layout
All fuse boxes seem to be different and getting to know the basic layout of your fuse box can help if something trips the electricity in your home. It’s a good idea to keep a working torch near your fuse box in the event something trips when it’s dark. If your fuses keep tripping, this could be a sign of a bigger problem and should be checked by a professional.
How Often Appliances Need to Be Serviced by a Professional
Following on from the point above, there are so many appliances in our home that we rely on from day to day but we have no idea what to do if something goes wrong. Most problems can be avoided by simply maintaining appliances such as the boiler by getting them serviced regularly in line with regulations and guidelines. Always have a trusted professional home maintenance company on hand in case of general services and emergencies.
Basic Home Maintenance
All home owners should know basic home maintenance to keep their home organised, tidy and running smoothly from year to year. General maintenance skills such as how to look after and keep your outside spaces in tip top condition, changing fuses or lightbulbs, testing your smoke alarms and even basic decorating are all great skills to have in the running of your home.
We hope this blog has helped you brush up on what you need to do to maintain your home as a homeowner. If you have outgrown your home and are thinking of selling, our experts can help guide you through the process. Get in touch with our team here.