Keeping a new house looking amazing is indeed difficult, especially when you don’t have the right materials or know how. In most scenarios, the upkeep can be expensive, but this can be avoided. All you need is a schedule and available resources. Preventive measures make maintenance affordable. To achieve the desired look, one ought to groom the exterior as well as the interior. Here are some top ten ways to keep your new home look great.
EXTERIOR MAINTENANCE:
- Environmental Factors
People tend to forget about environmental impacts. Living in a different state equals a separate curb. Find out what suits your home, looks good and is easy to take care of without breaking the bank. Consider vinyl sidings that clean easily with a power wash. - Curb Appeal
Curb appeal is key. Sometimes neighborhood competitions happen to see who has unsurpassed curb appeal. Proper landscaping and weed control is all you need. Regular weeding and lawn trimming are easy enough to do at least every two weeks. You can regularly outsource a gardener to keep everything neat. - Roof and Gutters
Keep checking your roof and gutters. Roofing lasts long but checking for weathering and breakages will make them more durable. You don’t have to go up, contact a handyman or a professional if repairs are needed. Clogged gutters lead to drips that cause cracks to the foundation and fire hazards too. - Foundation Checks
Check for cracks around the house often. Even the smallest of cracks can cause great hitches later on. Trees near homes can cause extensive damage. Some trees have roots that spread extensively, with time, as they grow, they can create crevices on your foundation. Eventually, this can lead to cracks if not breakages. If you got trees surrounding your home, it’s advisable to research on the type trees and their root system. - Fix Fences and Front Porch
Wooden fences and porches last long and are easy to maintain; however, they require regular maintenance. The best thing is to power wash and take out the faded and weak top layer of wood or to sand and stain it for that fantastic vintage look.
INTERIOR MAINTENANCE:
- Organizers
We all need these especially if you have kids. They keep clutter exactly where it should be without interfering with neatness and occupying much space available but still be accessible for the young. They can be used all over the house, not just in bedrooms. - Kitchen
The kitchen comes in handy in most homes. It ought to be cleaned repeatedly. Different surfaces need different maintenance; conversely, they all require a quick wipe down when spills occur to avoid staining. Regular soap and water works just fine, nevertheless, wood or olive oil brings about the luster. - Common Living Areas
Living areas need to be kept in pristine conditions. It’s where the family, as well as visitors, spend most of their time. Consistent vacuums that can handle human and pet hairs comfortably are perfect. Every fortnight, clean, overlooked areas. Install ceiling fans help to keep the air fresh and avoid spontaneous allergies. - Windows and Walls
Clean windows and walls on a monthly basis. Curtains fall into this category, clean them every fortnight if not biweekly. For wall to wall carpeting, use a steam cleaner. The latter helps to kill anything hiding within it. - Refreshing Old Wood Floors
Wood floors in the house need steady re-staining and refinishing just like wood at the exterior of the home. Wood oil works well; wax is best. While choosing amongst the two, be mindful of how old or worn out the floors are.
Keeping your new home looking great shouldn’t be as rigid as it sounds; all you need is the necessary tools and a little research. Deliberate on setting aside a kitty for your new home, recall, prevention is better than cure after all, and affordable too.
About the Author
Hayden Stewart is a contributing writer and media specialist for the Allied Van Lines Moving Blog. He regularly produces content for a variety of lifestyle and home blogs, based around the transitional obstacles that come with moving, settling into a new home, and more.
