Maintenance Guide

Walls and ceilings should be inspected for cracks in interior finishes. The amount of movement should be noted so that it can be monitored in the future. Bulges in wall and ceiling surfaces should be carefully monitored. Separated plaster, particularly on ceilings, can fall and cause injury.

Walls, particularly in comers and areas of dead air (behind drapes for example), should be checked for evidence of condensation and mildew indicating high humidity levels within the house. Water stains on interior finishes should be noted. If the source cannot be detected, they should be monitored. Doorframes should be inspected. Doorframes which become out of square during a relatively short period (six months) may indicate structural problems. Condensation on windows indicates high humidity levels during winter months. This can sometimes lead to rot. Fireplaces and chimneys should be cleaned and inspected at least annually, depending upon usage.

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