Have you been checking your home monthly basis?

(Or are you waiting until it starts talking back?)

Your home is a lot like your body. Ignore it long enough and one day you’ll wake up to strange noises, suspicious leaks, and parts that suddenly refuse to work. The difference? Your house can’t call a doctor—it calls you. And by “calls,” I mean it starts making expensive problems very obvious.

At Staghorn Contracting, we believe prevention is cheaper than repair (and way less stressful). That’s why we recommend a quick monthly checkup of your home. It’s not complicated, it’s not time-consuming, and you don’t need a toolbox that looks like it came from NASA.

Here’s your Monthly Home Check-Up List—with a dash of humor so you’ll actually remember it:

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1. Look for leaks like you’re hunting treasure.

Except the treasure is… mold. Check under sinks, around toilets, and behind appliances. If you see water, fix it now before it turns into a full-scale renovation project.

2. Inspect your HVAC filter.

If it looks like a lint monster from the dryer has taken up residence, it’s time to change it. Your lungs (and your energy bill) will thank you.

3. Walk your yard and check your concrete.

Cracks in your driveway, patio, or paths can sneak up on you. If they get too big, they start inviting weeds… and maybe trip hazards for your guests.

4. Open and close your windows.

If it takes the strength of a lumberjack to move them, you’ve got a problem. Lubricate the tracks and make sure they still lock for security.

5. Check your paint and caulking.

Peeling paint and cracked caulking are your home’s way of saying, “I’m getting old and need a little TLC.” Catch it early and you’ll avoid bigger repair bills later.

6. Give your kitchen and bathroom a sniff test.

If something smells off and it’s not your teenager’s gym shoes, you may have a plumbing or ventilation issue.

7. Test your smoke and CO detectors.

A beeping battery warning at 2 a.m. is the worst. Stay ahead of it by pressing that test button once a month.

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Why Bother With Monthly Checks?

Because small issues become big problems faster than you think. A tiny roof leak today could be a full-blown ceiling collapse next month. A worn-out HVAC filter can make your system work harder, driving up bills and shortening its lifespan. Think of this monthly routine as “home insurance you don’t pay premiums for.”

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The Bottom Line

If you keep up with these quick checks, your house will thank you by staying safe, efficient, and good-looking for years. If you skip them, well… Staghorn Contracting will still be here for you—just don’t say we didn’t warn you when your “little drip” turns into a new indoor swimming pool.

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Need help fixing what you find? Call Staghorn Contracting—we’re here to handle the small repairs before they become “TV home renovation show” disasters.

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