Housing & Interiors 9.02 -9.03 Explain the benefits of exterior home care Analyze home maintenance techniques

Exterior Home Care Roofs – ______________________________________ Gutters – have to have leaves cleaned out Downspouts – _______________________________ _____________________________________________ Roofs & drainage systems should be checked every______________________

Cleaning Techniques Carpet – should be ________________________ to prolong the life of the carpet Upholstery – a sofa/chair should be_________ _________________________________________ Walls/floors – A small, thick rug should be______________________ Kitchen shelves/drawers should be cleaned out_________

Repairs Walls – __________________________________ Repair faded/peeling wallpaper by__________ Plumbing – when using chemical drain cleaners to unclog a drain, __________________ __________________________________________

Repairs Electrical – Turn off power before attempting any electrical repairs ____________________________________________________________________________________

Maintenance Filters – _________________________________ _________________________________________ Weather stripping – _______________________ _____________________

Warranties Warranties – ______________________________ __________________________________________ Full – a warranty that covers all the cost of repairs Limited-__________________________________ Extended –additional fee to extend the time frame of the warranty