As time passes so quickly and spring is just around the corner, here arer some valuable tips to improve your home as well as maintain its condition…

Furnace - Replace or clean your furnace filter if needed. This should be checked once a month.

Some filters are reusable and can be washed with a hose. A dirty filter is often cause of increase heating cost and sometimes fire.

Kitchen exhaust hood and air filter - Keep this clean and make sure that it is free of cooking grease as clean filters help a stovetop fire from spreading.

Electrical System - Trip and reset circuit breakers.

Check your electrical system - Look for burns at the main electrical panel which can be caused by loose connections or damaged insulations. Install safety covers to help protect children from electrical shock. Any appliance or tool that gives even the slightest shock should be unplugged and checked by an electrician or repair shop.

Fire extinguishers – check if charged and make sure they are accessible.

Light bulbs and lamps – Follow recommended wattage for light buld and other electrical fixtures.

Air conditioning - as summer will come next to spring, have a professional inspect and maintain your system as recommended by the manufacturer.

Roof and Rain gutters - Check for damage to your roof as well as dried leaves. Make sure they are clear and clean.