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Friday, November 1, 2024   /   by Ryan Huemmer

November Home Maintenance Checklist

Service the Furnace
Schedule a professional inspection of your furnace to make sure it’s working efficiently. Replace the air filter and consider a tune-up to ensure optimal heating throughout the winter.
Winterize Outdoor Faucets and Sprinkler Systems
Drain and disconnect hoses, and shut off the water supply to outdoor faucets to prevent pipes from freezing. Winterize sprinkler systems to avoid costly repairs in the spring.
Inspect and Clean the Chimney
If you use a fireplace, have a professional clean the chimney to remove creosote buildup and check for any structural issues. This prevents fire hazards and ensures proper ventilation.
Check Insulation in the Attic and Basement
Verify that your attic and basement are properly insulated. Adding extra insulation in these areas can significantly reduce heat loss and keep your home warmer.
Reverse Ceiling Fans
Reverse the direction of ceiling fans to create an upward draft. This helps circulate warm air throughout the room ...

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Tuesday, October 1, 2024   /   by Ryan Huemmer

October Home Maintenance Checklist

October Home Maintenance Checklist

Leaf Removal And Lawn Prep
Winter is coming, mid-to-late October will be the last mow of the season. You’ll want to help ready your lawn for the long winter ahead with a shorter than normal cut length and removal all leaves.
Change Direction Of Ceiling Fans
Changing your ceiling fan to go clockwise, you can save money on your utility bills. On most fans, allow you to switch the setting between clockwise and counterclockwise.
Clean Out The Fireplace.
Wood-burning fireplaces require a professional chimney sweep annually to inspect and remove creosote inside the chimney. A hires professional can also inspect the outside of the chimney to make sure everything is in good working order.
Store Outdoor Furniture
Your outdoor summer furniture will look much nicer next spring if you take the time to clean them and store them properly over the winter.
Drain Garden Hoses
Before the temps dip into the below freezing levels, you’ll want ...

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Monday, September 2, 2024   /   by Ryan Huemmer

August Dane County Housing Market

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Sunday, September 1, 2024   /   by Ryan Huemmer

September Home Maintenance Checklist

Roof Inspection: Check for any loose or missing shingles and repair as needed.
Furnace Maintenance: Schedule a professional inspection and cleaning before the heating season.
Chimney Cleaning: Clean and inspect chimneys if you use a fireplace or wood stove.
Lawn Care: Aerate and overseed your lawn to promote healthy growth next spring.
Check Insulation: Inspect attic insulation and add more if needed to improve energy efficiency.

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Friday, August 2, 2024   /   by Ryan Huemmer

July Dane County Housing Market

Community Market reports:Cambridge - bit.ly/CambridgeHousingUpdateColumbus - bit.ly/ColumbusHousingUpdateCottage Grove - bit.ly/CottageGroveHousingUpdateCross Plains - bit.ly/CrossPlainsHousingUpdateDeerfield - bit.ly/DeerfieldHousingUpdateDeforest - bit.ly/DeforestHousingMarketFitchburg - bit.ly/FitchburgHousingUpdateMadison - bit.ly/MadisonHousingUpdateMaple Bluff - bit.ly/MapleBluffHousingUpdateMarshall - bit.ly/MarshallHousingUpdateMcFarland - bit.ly/McFarlandHousingUpdateMiddleton - bit.ly/MiddletonHousingUpdateMonona - bit.ly/MononaHousingUpdateMount Horeb - bit.ly/MountHorebWIHousingUpdateOregon - bit.ly/OregonWIHousingUpdateStoughton - bit.ly/StoughtonWIHousingUpdateSun Prairie - bit.ly/SunPrairieHousingUpdateVerona - bit.ly/VeronaHousingUpdateWaunakee - bit.ly/WaunakeeHousingReportWindsor - bit.ly/WindsorHousingUpdate
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