Fix it Before it Breaks: A Seasonal Guide to Home Maintenance Book

Terry Kennedy contributes his 30+ years of experience in the construction industry to homeowners everywhere with this heavily illustrated guide to protecting the most expensive investment you will ever make: your home. Readers will gain a clear and thorough understanding of how the environment acts on their home, how to recognize problem areas and how to develop a year-long maintenance plan to prevent deterioration. The author covers every important area of the home, including the building site, foundations, framing, doors and windows, siding, roofs, electrical, plumbing, mechanical, landscaping, hardscaping, and much more. * Topics are organized seasonally so readers can plan their management tasks on an annual basis * Covers what to watch for, where to look, and when to check for needed maintenance * Includes numerous checklists of typical damage dangers and maintenance concerns * Maintenance jobs are rated on a difficulty rating scale of 1-5 so users can decide if its time to call in a professional * An ounce of prevention is worth $$$$Read More