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Year-Round Home Maintenance: Key to Health and Value

1/4/2026

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Regular home maintenance is crucial for a healthy living environment and long-term home value.
Amanda Reddy of the National Center for Healthy Housing emphasizes addressing major repairs and simple tasks like cleaning and ventilation.
Seasonal maintenance helps prevent problems caused by environmental stressors.
Residents should plan maintenance year-round, prioritizing air quality and temperature control in colder months and warmer-weather prep in spring and summer.

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Story summary

Regular home maintenance is crucial for a healthy living environment and long-term home value.
Amanda Reddy of the National Center for Healthy Housing emphasizes addressing major repairs and simple tasks like cleaning and ventilation.
Seasonal maintenance helps prevent problems caused by environmental stressors.
Residents should plan maintenance year-round, prioritizing air quality and temperature control in colder months and warmer-weather prep in spring and summer.