Your Villa Magazine - Riverside - April-June 2023

BrandPointContent.com edited by YourVilla Sta Photo: HomeDepot.com/Services Three things every homeowner should do at the start of spring Spring is the perfect season for home improvement as it presents many opportunities for homeowners to be more thorough when it comes to maintenance. As the weather warms up, you’ll find plenty of indoor and outdoor projects that can improve the functionality of your home and boost its curb appeal while also avoiding unpleasant surprises. Schedule seasonal maintenance on your HVAC system Most systems have a lifetime of 10 to 20 years, and efficiency can drastically decrease as your equipment gets older. If your HVAC system is working harder and not performing as well as it should, it may be time to replace it. Book a consultation with a certified professional who can inspect your existing system, make recommendations and give you an estimate for a new system. Maintain, repair or replace your water heater Make sure to check “inspecting your water heater” off your spring cleaning list. Keep an eye out for any water buildup around your water heater, water-quality issues or small plastic pieces from your fixtures that can affect your water supply Also, look out for changes in water temperature or temperature duration, a broken pilot light, noise in your unit or pipes, or the smell of gas around your water heater. Spruce up the outside of your home You may not think your garage door needs regular maintenance, but just like a car, it needs regular tune-ups. Small issues can quickly turn expensive down the line. Also, some garage door problems can pose a safety hazard and cause serious injury. Depending on the age and condition of your garage door, it may be time to replace it. Replacing your garage door can improve the look of your home and increase its market value. Finally, consider installing a new fence around your property. Fences provide privacy and security. They can help keep children and pets safe inside your yard, while also keeping out unwanted animals and trespassers. This decorative element also provides protection around an outdoor space, like a pool or garden. D E S I G N + B U I L D S OHOLT & C OMPANY L ANDSCAPING I NC . WATER WISE LANDSCAPES AND MORE! FROM CONCEPT TO REALITY SINCE 1984 AWARD WINNING DESIGNS LICENSE #642676 Complete Landscape Design & Installation 951 276 1254 soholt.com STRUCTURES ARTIFICIAL TURF LANDSCAPE DESIGN IRRIGATION PLANTING SODDING CONCRETE MASONRY PAVERS 18 | Your Villa Magazine