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Monday, July 21, 2008

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These three rr's can help you keep up with your homes maintenance needs.

  • Replace

     

    - Broken glass or loose caulking: Homes can take a beating during summer months with families and pets creating constant traffic running inside and outside, and frames and seals can suffer. Check doors, windows and trim for cracked glass or loose putty and caulking. Be sure to replace any loose or worn down weather stripping.

    - Cords and plugs: Many of the cords and electrical outlets in a home are obscured from view and, for many, out of sight can mean out of mind. Test all of the home's ground-fault circuit breakers and check the condition of extension cords and plugs. No need to hang on to a questionable cord Ð- replace it as soon as wear is apparent.

    - Filters and Batteries: Homeowners should change or clean air filters for heating and cooling systems every month. Use this homework assignment to get caught up if you've fallen behind during the summer. And why wait for the time change later in the fall? Add changing batteries in smoke and carbon monoxide detectors to your back-to-school checklist.

     

  • Repair

    - Exterior walls: When cracks go unnoticed, the damage can add up, so keeping up with the condition of all exterior walls is critical. Check for cracks in the masonry and damage to trim and make repairs before cooler weather sets in.

    - Roof: Check the roof for any damaged or loose shingles. Finding and repairing damage is essential to avoid leaks and water damage. It's also important to check that metal flashing, gutters and downspouts are in good shape--damage to these areas also causes leaks in the roof.

    - Outside areas: Repair any cracks in driveways and walkways and check the yard for settlement and soil erosion. Be sure to fill in any low spots that are close to the house's foundation to prevent basement leaks and flooding.

     

  • Remove

    - Debris in gutters: When checking for damage to gutters and downspouts, remove all debris to prevent water from backing up and damaging the house.

    - Buildup in fireplaces: Make getting the chimney cleaned part of your annual fall homework. Homeowners who have nightly fires or burn a lot of softwood should clean more often.

    - Overhanging tree limbs: Inspect trees and shrubs and prune branches that are too close to the house or that overhang the roof. Remove dead trees or tree limbs so they don't cause damage during storms.

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    • We would like to recognize www.Affordabledentures.com as an outstanding place of service

     for all your Denture needs.

    We would like to thank all the people at Cookie Cart for donating the chairs to Youthlink  Today.

    Looking to make a donation this year? Friends of ours at Youthlink are always looking

    For something . Call us to see what they presently need.

    Take a look at some of our completed Projects: Metro Completed Projects

    Metro Home Maintenance Pushes into the green : Green Friendly Information

     

    If you aren't quite ready to trade up your old storage hot water

     heater for a high-efficiency Tank less System, then at least give a

     thought to some added insulation.

     Hot water accounts for 13% of the typical utility bill, so improving

     the efficiency of your heater can go a long way toward saving energy

     and cutting down on carbon emissions.

     Consider wrapping your old heater in a layer of insulation. For the

     nominal cost of about $153.02 Installed. An insulating jacket can reduce heat

     lost through the walls of the tank by 25-40%.

     

     

     

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    Deck and Patio Season is upon us.

    This Deck below was built in One day and  is  20' x 8' . 

    Installation and Materials for this Deck  { $1595.00 }

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    The Best Cookies in Town:  The Cookie Cart | Cookies With a Cause

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    Required Maintenance items to consider for Spring:   http://www.metrohome.us/information_kit_files/checklist.pdf

    Metro Home Maintenance Pushes into the green : Green Friendly Information

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    The new 2008 electrical code takes effect in July.  Click on the link to see what’s new in 2008. http://www.electricalassociation.com/catalog/2008NECTop10.

    In addition, here’s some interesting information 2008 IBC international Building Code

    http://www.doli.state.mn.us/bc_residential.html

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    07/21/2008: Are you having a problem with birds building nests or sitting on a window ledge or wall and making a mess?  We now offer several types of environmentally friendly bird control items that will keep the birds from landing without harming them and they are almost invisible!  Contact us for more information.

     

    Recent Media Coverage of Metro Home Maintenance:

     

        * Super Service Award Angie's List, 2007

        * Super Service Award Angie's List, 2006

        * Super Service Award Angie's List, 2005

        * Super Service Award, Angie's List, 2003

        * Super Service Award, Angie's List, 2002

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    Scheduling  :

    Monday, July 21, 2008

    Now that spring has finally arrived the phones are beginning to get busier.    Call now to set your spring appointment.  Schedules are filling up fast.  Get your home ready to enjoy the warmer months. 

    We are looking forward to having Sam return to our staff.

    As many of you know she was an integral part of our success last year.  We are fortunately to her return this year.  She will be answering your calls, setting appointments and checking up with you to insure everything went smoothly.

     

    Some items to consider for summer inspections.

    1.  Summer is the best time to get things cleaned

    ·        Exhaust fans

    ·        Smoke detectors

    ·        Air conditioners check ups

    ·        Furnace ducts cleaning

    ·        Fresh air intake

    ·        Air exchanger

    ·        Gutters

    ·        Windows & screens

    ·        Decks

     

    2.  Time for Preventive Maintenance and Service

         Sump pump [you do not want this appliance to ever fail!}

         Garage door & opener

         Outdoor faucets

         Gutters & downspouts

         Exterior caulking & tuck pointing

         Storm doors, windows & screens

         Furnace & water filters

         Patch & seal drives & sidewalks

         Locks, latches & door closers

         Fire extinguishers

         Outdoor & security lighting

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    New Products :

     

    07/21/2008: We are now carrying Panasonic brand bath exhaust fans.  For more information look under "Products"

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    New Vendors  : 4/26/2008

    The Best Cookies in Town:  The Cookie Cart | Cookies With a Cause

    One of our Favorite Restaurants : Baja Sol Restaurant   

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