Home Maintenance

Maintenance is the best way to protect your investment. Regular routine work like cleaning gutters (once a year), tubs caulked ( twice a year) and windows caulked (when ever the caulk starts to pull away from the glass) go along way to keeping small irritating problems from becoming much bigger.  

You can also find a chart to help you calculate the value of remodeling that you plan to do. Some projects have a higher pay-back then other projects. Check out the "Cost vs Value" section below to find out the most up-to-date information on the value of remodeling in the Bay Area.

Other Resources
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No homeowner or renter should be without the following items because they make everyday tasks simple. If you don't already have them, it's time to stock up.
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