If you live in a location where a single summer afternoon can bring three inches of rain in an hour, then a slight restriction on your gutters is not just an annoyance; it is the beginning of a structural failure. When your drainage system is clogged with organic material such as Spanish moss or oak tassels, the water that is there has nowhere else to go but over the side of your house, which causes the ground close to your slab to get saturated. The foundation shifting and basement seepage that are notorious for destroying property values in Central Florida are caused by this localized flooding over the course of time. In the end, what could have been a straightforward and expertly performed pressure test of your downspouts was transformed into a foundation stabilization job that cost twenty thousand dollars.

Every nook and cranny of your property is affected by this “snowball effect” of failure to maintain it. The small film of algae that is found on your siding functions as a biological layer that traps moisture against the envelope of your home. This moisture causes the wood to rot over time or compromises the stucco that lies underneath. In a similar vein, a dryer vent that is only partially restricted may appear to be a minor inconvenience; nonetheless, it causes your appliance to run for longer and hotter, which ultimately results in premature mechanical failure and creates a high-friction fire hazard in your walls. Our area of expertise is in locating and eliminating these very minor weaknesses before they have the opportunity to develop into potentially catastrophic situations. We assist you in regaining your independence and protecting your long-term equity by providing a written health record of the vital signs of your property. This ensures that a “small” problem will never have the opportunity to become a costly headline in your personal finances.

Put an end to being a homeowner who reacts to situations and begin safeguarding your investment. We invite you to investigate our Essential and Complete Home Maintenance Packages, which have been developed with the climate of Polk County in mind. HomeSmiles is your partner in the protection of your property, regardless of whether you opt for our easy membership that costs $99 per month or a seasonal bundle that is purchased once. Make your appointment for the skilled Polk County service right away.