Sinks
Turn the faucets on and off.
They should operate
Don’t hesitate to seek the services of a professional whenever
appropriate.
Roofing
smoothly. If they drip a little,
replacing the seats and Only if it is necessary should you consider adding a new roof. If the
washers should take care of ceilings show water damage and a close inspection reveals that the
it. There should be two shut present roof is deteriorated beyond repair, then you should
off valves under the sink, consider the possibility of adding a new roof.
unless you have a wall
mounted faucet. The shutoff Contact several reputable roofers in your area. They will usually
valves should operate give a free roofing inspection. Some roofers may charge a fee, then
smoothly. While you’re under credit that fee toward the total cost of the roof if you hire them.
the sink, check the drain Gather several estimates and do some comparison shopping in
lines and the trap for signs of order to get the best deal.
leaking or rotting. If any of
these items do not operate Consider another option: if you do some inquiring at your local
properly, they should be roofing supply house, you may find roofers who are between jobs,
replaced. and will reroof your property at a very reasonable rate. You might
consider buying all the materials, and getting the contractor to
Electrical Systems
supply the labor.
BIGGER
Every circuit should have a
standard circuit breaker or
should at least be fused.
Each room should have at
least two electrical
receptacles. The kitchen
should have at least two
receptacles that are on
separate circuits. Replace all
broken or cracked cover
plates on light switches and
wall receptacles. If possible,
replace all pullchain type
fixtures with standard
fixtures and wall switches.
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