facts & Benefits
protect your investment!
Proactive maintenance preserves the value and beauty of your home while saving you time, money, and headaches.
miscelaneous
Dryer
The Facts:
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Each year, neglected dryers cause 2,900 fires, ~5 deaths, 100 injuries & $35 mil in property loss.
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Dryer vents release moisture & hot air outside. Built up lint can get caught in wet spots inside the vent & create mold.
The Numbers:
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Avg. cost of maintenance = $101 - $170
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Avg. repair cost = $155
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Avg. replacement cost = $704
Experts recommend:
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Maintain vents min. 2x per year (every 6 mo.)
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Have pets or do a lot of laundry = clean 3-4x per year
Upkeep Benefits:
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Reduce fire risk
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Fewer repairs
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Shorter drying times
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Lower energy bills
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Longer-lasting dryer machine
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Reduced risk of mold
Dishwasher
The Facts:
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Dishwashers don't have garbage disposals. When food builds up inside, it causes foul smells.
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If not maintained, dishwashers end up washing contents in dirty food particles leftover from previous washes.
The Numbers:
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Avg. cost of maintenance = $155
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Avg. repair cost = $260
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Avg. replacement cost = $70
Experts recommend:
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Maintain 4x per year (every 3 mo.)
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If run dishwasher more than once every 2 days, need to maintain more frequently
Upkeep Benefits:
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Cleaner dishes
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Avoid gross smells
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Fewer repairs
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Lower energy bills
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Longer lasting dishwasher
Refrigerator
The Facts:
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Dusty & dirty refrigerator coils trap heat, which causes the compressor to work twice as hard.
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Dirty coils are the most common reason behind service calls and malfunction.
The Numbers:
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Avg. cost of maintenance = $100 - $400
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Avg. repair cost = $146
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Avg. replacement cost = $954
Experts recommend:
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Maintain coils 2x per year (every 6 mo.)
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Have 1 dog or cat = 3x per year (every 4 mo.)
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Have 2+ pets or someone with asthma or allergies = 4x per year (every 3 mo.)
Upkeep Benefits:
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Fewer repairs
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Lower energy bills
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Longer lasting refrigerator
Washing Machine
The Facts:
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Clogged filters limit the machine's efficiency, leading to more lint deposits on clothes as well as poor drainage.
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Eliminate mold by regularly cleaning the rubber ring.
The Numbers:
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Avg. repair cost = $191
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Avg. replacement cost = $634
Experts recommend:
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Maintain a min. of 2x per year (every 6 mo.)
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Have pets or do a lot of laundry = 3 - 4x per year
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Drain the overflow every 2 - 3 months
Upkeep Benefits:
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Fewer repairs
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Lower energy bills
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Cleaner clothes
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Longer lasting washing machine
Air Filters
The Facts:
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Regularly maintained filters create clean, healthy air.
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Changing filters regularly prevents damage to your HVAC system.
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Systems that run more efficiently don't need to work as hard and will save you money on your utility bill.
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Savings can be up to 15%.
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Maintained filters cause less carbon monoxide & other greenhouse gases to be released in the air.
The Numbers:
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Avg. repair cost = $490
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Avg. replacement cost = $9,733
Experts recommend:
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Maintain filters 3x per year (every 4 mo.)
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Have 1 dog or cat = every 3 mo.
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Have 2+ pets or someone with asthma or allergies = every 1-2 months
Air Filter Upkeep Benefits:
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Healthier air to breathe
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Minimize allergens in the air
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Fewer repairs
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Lower energy bills
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Fewer system malfunctions
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Increase the lifetime of your system
Are your warranties void?
You may want read the fine print.
Many appliance warranties require annual service. In order for your appliances to qualify for their warranty, it's often required to have records of yearly service visits. If you do not have a professional maintain your appliance, it can be considered negligence.
Be sure to save your service records.
OR
call us to have Home UpKeepers take care of it for you.