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August
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From summer vacations to winter holidays, it seems each season offers the perfect excuse to put off our to-do list. But be careful, homeowners: neglecting your home's maintenance could put your personal safety—and one of your largest financial investments—at serious risk.

In no time at all, small problems can lead to extensive and expensive repairs. And even if you avoid a catastrophe, those minor issues can still have a big impact. Spokane Homes for Sale that are not well maintained can lose 10 percent (or more) of their appraised value.

The good news is, by dedicating a few hours each season to properly maintaining your home, you can ensure a safe living environment for you and your family ... and actually increase the value of your home by one percent annually!

While this checklist should not be considered a complete list of your home's maintenance needs, it can serve as a general seasonal guide to maintaining your property throughout the year.

SPRING

After a long, cold winter, many of us look forward to a fresh start in the spring. Wash away the winter grime, open the windows, and prepare your home for warmer weather and backyard barbecues.

INSIDE

  • Conduct Annual Spring Cleaning
  • Shut Down Heating System
  • Tune Up A/C
  • Check Plumbing
  • Inspect Smoke Alarm & Batteries
  • Check Carbon Monoxide Detector
  • Check Water Filters & Replace as needed
  • Clean out Sink & Shower Drains

OUTSIDE

  • Inspect Perimeter of Home & Deck
  • Clean Home's Exterior
  • Clean Gutters and Downspouts
  • Seed or Sod Lawn & Fertilize
  • Apply a Pre-Emergent Herbicide
  • Plant Flowers & Mulch Beds
  • Tune Up Lawn Mower
  • Inspect Sprinkler System

SUMMER

Summer is generally the time to relax and enjoy your home, but a little time devoted to maintenance will help ensure it looks great and runs efficiently throughout the season.

INSIDE

  • Adjust Ceiling Fans
  • Clean A/C Filters
  • Clear Dryer Vent
  • Check Weather Stripping

OUTSIDE

  • Mow Lawn Regularly
  • Water Early in the Morning
  • Weed Weekly
  • Exterminate Pests

FALL

Fall ushers in another busy season of home maintenance as you prepare your home for the winter weather ahead.

INSIDE

  • Have Heater Serviced
  • Shut Down A/C for the Winter
  • Inspect Chimney
  • Seal Windows and Doors
  • Check Smoke Alarm & Carbon Monoxide Detectors

OUTSIDE

  • Plant Fall Flowers, Grass and Shrubs
  • Rake or Mow Leaves
  • Apply Fall Fertilizer
  • Inspect Gutters and Roof
  • Shut Down Sprinkler System
  • Close Pool

WINTER

While it can be tempting to ignore home maintenance issues in the winter, snow and freezing temperatures can do major damage if left untreated. Follow these steps to ensure your house survives the winter months.

INSIDE

  • Maintain Heating System
  • Tune Up Generator
  • Prevent Frozen Pipes
  • Adjust Ceiling Fans

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OUTSIDE

  • Drain and Shut Off Outdoor Faucets
  • Remove Window Screens
  • Service Snowblower
  • Stock Up on Ice Melt
  • Watch Out for Ice Dams
  • Check for Snow Buildup on Trees

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Categories: Home Improvement
Tags: Spokane, Area Information, Moving Tips, New Home , New Town, Home Improvement, REALTORS, Local Businesses, Mead, Colbert, Kitchen, Chattaroy WA, Cheney WA, Chewelah WA, Davenport WA, Deer Park WA, Liberty Lake WA, Loon Lake WA, Newport WA, Nine Mile Falls WA, Riverside WA, Spokane WA, Spokane Valley WA, Coeur D'Alene ID, Hauser ID, Hayden ID, Post Falls ID, Garden, Spring, Sell a Home, Selling Your Home, Listing Your Home, Buying a Home, summer
Related Markets: Chattaroy, Cheney, Chewelah, Coeur d Alene, Colbert, Davenport, Deer Park, Hauser, Hayden, Liberty Lake, Loon Lake, Mead, Newport, Nine Mile Falls, Post Falls, Riverside, Spokane, Spokane Valley
August
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Neighbor List

There's a lot you can learn from homes selling in your neighborhood, especially if that home is right next to yours. If you spotted a sign in your neighbor's yard, you might want to do some investigating.

Keeping tabs on the outcome of your neighbor's home sale can prove extremely beneficial when it comes time to list your own property. Details about your neighbor's home and the transaction can provide key information about your local real estate market. Luckily, it's fairly easy to find out important pieces of information. Below are four things we encourage consumers to watch out for when a neighbor puts their home on the market:

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Categories: Selling A Home
Tags: Spokane, Area Information, REALTORS, Chattaroy WA, Cheney WA, Chewelah WA, Spokane WA, Spokane Valley WA, Sell a Home, Selling Your Home
Related Markets: Chattaroy, Cheney, Chewelah, Spokane, Spokane Valley
August
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We made the drive to Sullivan Family Farm Stand and it was totally worth it! The drive itself is just so beautiful as you drive through Turnbull Wildlife Refuge. The stand offers a variety of goods listed below, but the best part is it is like a mini petting zoo with some cows and ox! My son loved the big Ox named Sprite! You can pre-order floewrs and they offer local pick up at a few differenct locations around Spokane. They also offer a few different classes at the farm including Flower Cutting and a Farm Tour with Eleanore! 

Here is a list of items they offer: 

  • Angus Beef from their pastures
  • Baked Good from The Cow Path Bakery LLC
  • Fresh cut flowers
  • Candles from Dandles Candles
  • Animal petting & Brushing of Eleanor(ADORABLE bottle calf), Oxen -  Sprite, And Theodore, Alvin, and Simon

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Categories: Farm Experiences
August
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When you buy a new home, you want it to be a reflection of you and your style. As you consider various trends, you may come across a popular new one called cottagecore. But what is it, exactly, and will it work for your interior design needs? Essentially, cottagecore home decor is a nostalgic journey to a simpler time and place. If sipping tea in a garden, breathing in the delicate scent of roses and honeysuckle strikes your fancy, this could very well be the interior design style you are seeking. If the homes you are asking to be shown are reminiscent of country living, you ma...

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Categories: Home Improvement
Tags: Spokane, Area Information, New Town, Home Improvement, Landscaping, REALTORS, Mead, Colbert, Chattaroy WA, Cheney WA, Chewelah WA, Davenport WA, Deer Park WA, Liberty Lake WA, Loon Lake WA, Newport WA, Nine Mile Falls WA, Riverside WA, Spokane WA, Spokane Valley WA, Coeur D'Alene ID, Hauser ID, Hayden ID, Post Falls ID, Garden, Spring, Sell a Home, Selling Your Home, Listing Your Home, Buying a Home, summer, parks and recreation
Related Markets: Chattaroy, Cheney, Chewelah, Coeur d Alene, Colbert, Davenport, Deer Park, Hauser, Hayden, Liberty Lake, Loon Lake, Mead, Newport, Nine Mile Falls, Post Falls, Riverside, Spokane, Spokane Valley
August
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The Farm at Winter Station is located just outside Athol Idaho. The amount of activities for kids to do is ENDLESS and I could have spent the entire day on the farm! The Farm is located just around the corner from Silverwood. The Farm is just the cutest place I have ever seen and the activities are endless. We brought a picnic lunch and ate it at the picnic table in the shade. This would ba a GREAT place to have a birthday party or family get together - plenty of space and plenty of activities to keep kids busy! 

Here is a list of some of the Activites:

  • Goat Yoga - Every Saturday 
  • Barn Yard Happy Hour - new Event started on Fridays - check their FB Page for more info 
  • Corn Pbox - BETTER than a sand box!!
  • Homeschool Friday - Admission discounted for home schoolers 
  • Rock Painting - Paint rocks and...

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