Maintenance Tips
We know that home maintenance can be tricky, especially for our first-time homeowners.
Please review these maintenance tips to keep your home in tip-top shape.
Cabinets
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For everyday cleaning use a clean, soft cotton cloth (microfiber cloth for laminate and high gloss cabinetry) dampened with warm water. For deep cleaning us a mild solution of dishwashing liquid (5%) mixed with fresh, clean, warm water (95%). After cleaning your stained or painted cabinets, wipe them down with a clean, damp cloth and be sure to dry wet/damp surfaces with another clean soft cloth.Carpet
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For a softer carpet, make sure to choose a carpet-friendly vacuum and use highest setting where appropriate. Vacuum your carpet regularly to prevent soil from embedding itself in the pile. Professional cleaning every 12 to 18 months.Countertop Caulking
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Re-caulk any areas where adjacent surfaces are coming together in order to keep them sealed and avoid water damage.Door Locks
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Adjust locks as needed so they latch correctly. Tighten screws overtime they will loosen.Faucets and Shower Heads
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Check for sediment build up. Clean as needed.Fireplaces
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Over time moisture can build up inside the firebox. Turn on the quarterly to ensure proper functionality and to help control the moisture in the firebox. Do not use any ammonia base products to clean the glass on the firebox.Floor Tile
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To keep the grout lines clean use a grout sealer to seal them. Regular dust mopping, sweeping, or vacuuming is recommended prior to cleaning with liquid products. Glazed tile products should be cleaned routinely with an all-purpose, low VOC, household or commercial cleaner.Fromica Laminate Countertops
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Use a clean, damp, nonabrasive cotton cloth and a mild liquid detergent or household cleaner.Granite Countertops
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Granite is porous and can be stained. For everyday cleaning, use a soft cloth to dust the surface, or wipe it down with plain water or a mild soap. If your countertop needs extra cleaning, use a specially-formulated stone cleaner with a neutral pH. Granite requires a protective sealant to be applied annually, unless a permanent sealant has been applied by manufacturer.Hardwood Floors
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Never use a wet mop to clean as the moisture will damage the floor. For scratches a furniture stain pen works great to hide them away. Use protective mats at all exterior entrances. Vacuum or sweep the floor regularly. Warning: Vacuums with a beater bar or power rotary brush head can damage a wood floor and should never be used. Remove spills promptly using Mohawk Floor Care Essentials Hardwood Cleaner and a clean white cloth.LVP Flooring
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When cleaning vinyl flooring, use a soft bristle broom to remove loose dirt. Damp-mop as needed with clean water and a nonabrasive floor cleaner. Harsh cleaning chemicals should not be used on vinyl flooring.Laminate Floors
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It is recommended to remove any wet spills immediately to avoid liquid penetration into the joints. Use any non-abrasive, soap free cleaner suitable for laminate flooring on a regular basis.Quartz Countertops
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For cleanup with ease, all you need is warm water, a soft cotton cloth, and mild soap, if desired. For stains, apply neutral soap to the affected area and gently rub in a circular motion with a damp microfiber cloth.Tile Backsplash
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Seal the grout lines to keep them protected especially around the cooking surfaces.Vinyl Sheet Flooring
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For everyday maintenance, a mop moistened with warm water will suffice. To wash the floor us a non-abrasive, neutral PH floor cleaner. Prevent indentations and scratches by using non-staining floor protectors on the legs of chairs, appliances and all heavy furniture.Wall Tile
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Keep an eye on corners and edges in showers. If they become cracked or open, re-seal them with a siliconized color matched caulk that matches the grout.