What do you get?
- Two 1-hour visits, monthly, to be used as you would like
- 10% OFF all services from the start date
- Cancel anytime
- Minimum 1-month commitment
- Priority project scheduling
Peace of Mind for Every Canadian Home
The Monthly Home Maintenance Canada package - we like to think of it as a lifesaver for Canadian homeowners. Designed to tackle the unique challenges of our weather and seasons, this handyman subscription service shifts your focus from fix-it emergencies to proactive home upkeep. Our Home Maintenance Program Canada provides regular home repair service and preventative maintenance services, so minor issues don't turn into costly disasters. We help you save money, extend the life of your appliances and systems, and put an end to that never-ending to-do list for good - hello, peace of mind, which includes a home maintenance checklist.
Product Benefits and Features: What You Get with Our Plan
Our comprehensive home maintenance plan is all about expert care, with scheduled visits from professionals who know what they're doing. We're not just talking about fixing things; we're talking about smart home upkeep through regular house maintenance that makes sense for Canadian seasons. Our plan is all about saving you time, effort, and money.
Why Maintenance Matters - And Why You Shouldn't Do Without It
When you don't take care of your home, minor problems can quickly turn into big, expensive headaches. By signing up for our plan, you get the peace of mind that comes with knowing your home is being inspected and cared for by pros who will catch potential issues before they become disasters. We're talking about the kind of breakdowns that can leave you with a severely leaky pipe or a busted HVAC system - the kind of breakdowns that cost a pretty penny to fix. By taking care of the little things, you can save yourself a whole lot of money in the long run.
Key Maintenance Tasks to Keep Your Home Running Smoothly
Our program is built around a rotating maintenance checklist that covers your entire house, from top to bottom. We're talking about the kind of big-picture thinking that means all your critical systems are running in tip top shape.
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Monthly Checks: We keep things simple and fast, focusing on quick, vital tasks. We clean and replace easily accessible filters, give your sink drain traps a once-over for early signs of leaks, and make sure your smoke and carbon monoxide detectors are working correctly.
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Seasonal Focus (Spring/Fall): As seasons change, we adjust our schedule to get your home ready for what's ahead. We're talking about cleaning out those gutters in the spring and fall, and prepping your outdoor faucets for winter.
Inspecting and Maintaining the Systems that Keep Your Home Running
We take a close look at all areas where problems tend to pop up, such as debris buildup, and we also remember to inspect sink areas for leaks.
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Plumbing & Water Systems: We check for hidden leaks under sinks and around toilets, clean mineral deposits from your faucet aerators, and replace the sacrificial anode rod in your water heater (if needed) to give it a few more years of life. We clean your shower heads, make sure your hot water system is working as it should, check the brine tank for your water softener, and drain all that sediment from the water heater tank.
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HVAC & Air Quality: We swap out those furnace filters, give your air conditioner unit and heating system a once-over before the season starts, and make sure your dryer vent is nice and clear.
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Safety Devices: We check your smoke alarms and carbon monoxide detectors, replace the batteries (where needed), and ensure your fire extinguishers are working correctly.
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Exterior Integrity: We climb up and take a look at your roof for damaged shingles, clear out any debris from the gutters, check your siding, windows, and doors for signs of wear, and keep an eye out for exterior caulking or faucet issues.
Key Features and Specifications: Annual Checkup and Reporting
Our Home Maintenance Program Canada delivers precise, quantifiable results by putting pros to work on your home. We're talking about accountability and quality, so you know you're getting the best, to keep your home safe which is also beneficial when dealing with home insurance matters.
Our Annual Home Inspection Service
Every year, our pros will do a deep dive into the state of your home, providing a full report on what they find, which happens semi-annually.
This includes:
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Roof and Chimney Inspection: A thorough inspection of the entire roof, chimney, flashing, and gutters to catch any potential leaks before they become significant problems.
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Attic and Insulation Check: We inspect your attic insulation and ventilation to ensure you're getting the most from your energy efficiency.
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Structural Integrity: A professional inspection of your foundation, basement floor, and crawl spaces to make sure there are no signs of moisture or structural repair issues.
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Seasonal Plumbing Prep: In the fall, we shut off and drain those outdoor faucets. In the spring, we shut off the main line to inspect for leaks, drain the water heater, and clean it.
Quarterly and Semi-Annual Tasks to Keep Your Home Running Smoothly
To make sure your home is always in top shape, we've got a list of specific tasks we tackle regularly:
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Deep Cleaning: Every three months, we give your appliances a deep clean - we're talking about running vinegar or baking soda through the dishwasher and cleaning out the fridge coils.
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Window and Door Seals: Every six months, we give your windows and doors a once-over to make sure they're not letting any air in. We check the weatherstripping on all your doors, too.
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Dryer Vent Cleaning: We vacuum and clean your dryer vent every 3 months to reduce the risk of fire and keep your home safe.
Installation and Reliability: Our Service Commitment
Our handyman subscription service is reliable, flexible, and fully insured - which means home upkeep is a breeze. We go out of our way to work around your schedule to keep disruption to a minimum. Our consistent maintenance schedule is set up to make sure that preventative maintenance is always a priority - we never miss a beat. After every service visit, we provide a detailed report outlining all maintenance tasks performed and any recommended repairs. This level of detail makes it easier for you to complete your home insurance paperwork and track your home maintenance checklist.
Home Safety and Security - Our Top Priority
We know how important home safety is, and so we put it at the top of our list. Smoke and carbon monoxide detectors and fire extinguishers get a regular once-over to make sure they're working correctly. We check that all your windows and doors lock properly and give your home a good once-over to make sure the paint is still doing its job protecting the house from the elements. And in the winter, we make sure your heating systems are good to go. We'll even give your chimney a good clean (chimney inspection included, and if a sweep is needed, we'll give you a separate quote). And we always make sure to replace the batteries in all your smoke and carbon monoxide detectors.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is preventive maintenance, and how does it work?
Preventive maintenance is a smart way to handle home maintenance - it's all about scheduling regular inspections, including changing out your filters, tracking down potential problems before they happen, and fixing them before they turn into significant issues. It's a big help in keeping your home's systems running smoothly, preventing breakdowns, and it can even save you a pretty penny in the long run.
What does preventive maintenance look like in action?
One example of good preventive maintenance is just swapping out your furnace filters regularly. When you do that, you're not just improving air quality in your home; you're also not going to have to shell out for a potentially costly replacement of your heating unit down the line, or check your siding. Other examples of preventive maintenance include giving your gutters a good clean to prevent roof leaks and checking the pressure in your hot water heater.
What are the key components of preventive maintenance?
While different lists might vary, here are the seven core elements of a solid preventive maintenance program for your house :
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Regular Check-Ups and Testing: We're constantly checking out your home's systems to make sure they're running smoothly (example: testing your smoke alarms).
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Keeping Things Lubricated: Getting those moving parts nicely oiled up (example: the tracks on your garage door).
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Keeping Things Clean and Tinkered With: Regularly vacuuming air conditioning coils and dusting your vents - that sort of thing.
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Scheduling Repairs: Fixing minor problems before they become big ones (example: sealing up small leaks in your pipes).
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Keeping Things Calibrated: Ensuring your instruments show accurate readings.
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Replacing Parts And All That: Swapping out parts on a regular schedule (e.g., changing furnace filters or replacing smoke detector batteries).
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Keeping Track of Things: Maintaining a big list of when you had things done and keeping records of your home's maintenance history - suitable for insurance and warranty purposes.
What's this 10% rule of preventive maintenance?
There's a rule of thumb in maintenance planning that suggests setting aside about 1% to 4% of your home's value each year for home maintenance and repairs. This rule implies that by spending a small amount of money now on regular maintenance, especially considering the weather, you'll save a whole lot more in the long run (often 10% or more of your home's value) by avoiding those big costly repairs down the line.
How much do handyman services typically cost?
The cost of handyman services can vary depending on a range of things - where you live, the type of job you need done, and whether you go for a flat fee or pay an hourly rate. A simple DIY project might be pretty cheap, but more involved work, such as vacuuming, cleaning, or servicing your hot water heater, will cost more. Hourly rates usually fall in the neighbourhood of $50 to $150 CAD, though a package deal like our Handyman Subscription Service can give you a predictable monthly fee and help you manage your home's big and small tasks without breaking the bank.
