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When it comes to home maintenance, being proactive can save you from costly repairs down the road.
According to the Angi 2025 State of Home Spending Pulse report, 71% of homeowners prioritize preventive maintenance to avoid expensive issues later, with 62% expressing concerns about affording maintenance.
Key takeaways
- Proactive maintenance like furnace tuneups and water heater flushes can save you thousands in the long run. It’s advisable to get these tasks done before the cold weather sets in to avoid unexpected breakdowns.
- Neglecting furnace and water heater maintenance can lead to more expensive repairs or replacements in the future. Investing in annual tuneups and flushes can cost much less than having to replace these systems.
- Other essential home maintenance tasks include ensuring your thermostat is working correctly, changing furnace filters regularly, and installing weatherstripping to prevent heat loss.
- Setting a maintenance schedule for your thermostat and using programmable features can help regulate your home’s temperature efficiently.
- Changing furnace filters as recommended by the manufacturer and installing weatherstripping around windows and doors are simple yet effective ways to improve energy efficiency in your home.
Staying ahead of home maintenance tasks, especially related to crucial systems like the furnace and water heater, can not only save you money but also ensure your home operates smoothly throughout the year.
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