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When shopping for homeowner’s insurance for your new house, it’s easy to jump and take the lowest rate offered to you by a company without reading the fine print of the policy. Indeed, not all homeowner’s insurance policies are created equally, and countless homeowners find themselves without adequate insurance protection every year when disasters or accidents occur because they failed to obtain the right amount of coverage. Before selecting an insurance provider and purchasing a policy, always ask these five questions to ensure you truly know what you’re buying – and that you’re purchasing the correct level of coverage for your home.

Before you run out and purchase a homeowner’s insurance policy, be sure to read over these helpful tips.

#1 How much is the personal property in my home worth if a total loss occurs? – Your homeowner’s insurance should cover your entire home, not just the walls, foundation and roof. This includes everything you’ve filled your house with to turn it into a home, such as your furniture, appliances, clothing and keepsakes. In the event that your house is burglarized or a natural disaster occurs, such as a fire, your policy should cover the cost to replace everything that is destroyed. Typically, companies provide personal property coverage equal to 50% to 70% of the amount of insurance you have on your home’s structure. Conduct a total home inventory before determining how much personal property insurance you need, and make sure you go with a company that offers enough protection to cover it.

#2 Do I need a separate flood and/or earthquake insurance policy? – Most new homeowner’s don’t realize that certain natural disasters aren’t covered by typical insurance polices, and a separate policy is usually needed to cover repairs if such a disaster occurs. Most commonly, damage sustained from floods and earthquakes is not covered. Always ask companies if you’ll need to purchase two policies to receive full coverage, and don’t simply assume that your home will be protected until it’s too late.

#3 How much liability protection do I need? – Liability protection is a portion of your policy that covers you against lawsuits for bodily injury or property damage caused by you, your family members or pets toward other people. This portion of your policy is meant to pay for both the cost of defending you in court and any money the court awards the person suing you – up to the limit of the policy, of course. Interestingly enough, this portion of your policy doesn’t just cover you at home, it covers you anywhere in the world. Limits usually start at $100,000, but many companies will recommend that you buy at least $300,000 in liability protection. Ask companies how much they recommend based on the amount of assets you possess.

#4 How much additional living expense coverage do I get? – Standard homeowner’s insurance policies include an additional living expenses provision that pays for the costs of living outside of your home if your can’t reside there temporarily due to damage from an insured disaster, such as a fire. It covers hotel or motel bills and any other expenses over and above your typical living expenses. The amount of coverage varies from one company to another, but is usually equivalent to 20% of your house protection. Always confirm with a company how much additional living expense coverage is included before committing to a policy.

#5 Do I qualify for any discounts? – It’s surprising how many new homeowners neglect to ask insurance companies if they qualify for any discounts before agreeing to a policy. Companies are unlikely to offer you discounts upfront if you fail to ask for them, because they want to make money just as badly as you want to save it. You might be surprised just how many discounts you qualify for on your premium. For example, most companies offer a discount to homeowners who have smoke detectors, security alarms or deadbolts installed in their homes to increase their home security. Additional discounts of up to 10% are available for homeowners over 55 years of age. Since LGI Homes are all newly constructed and feature top-of-the-line systems, you could score a discount just for having updated, modern plumbing and electrical wiring in your house.

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Here at LGI Homes, we pride ourselves in our tradition of superior quality – and our commitment to excellence isn’t solely limited to the award-winning houses we build. We firmly believe that every potential home buyer deserves to work with an honest, trustworthy builder, and we constantly strive to not only meet but exceed our customer’s standards when it comes to the service we provide.

LGI Homes helps prospective homebuyers reach their dreams of homeownership by offering more of the resources that buyers need in today’s day in age.

Whether you’ve just stumbled across our site or you’ve had your eye on a home in one of our communities for months, we offer a variety of resources to help make the home buying process as simple as straightforward as possible for you. We hope these resources will help enrich our relationship with you as a prospective buyer, and more than anything, we hope that they make your home buying experience a completely positive one.

1: Credit Counseling Program – Many of our residents once thought owning their own home was a goal they would never reach because of their credit histories, but our credit counseling program was able to prove them wrong. If you think your financial past is going to make buying a home hard in the future, let our experienced new home consultants and mortgage specialists work with you. Schedule a confidential appointment to receive a free credit report and mortgage analysis, and learn more about our service, price and value commitments today!

2: No Money Down Home Loans – Lack of a down payment is one of the most common obstacles aspiring homeowners face in the home buying process, but it might not be an issue for you! We offer no money down financing to qualified buyers, and you might just be one of them. Schedule an appointment with one of our residential experts and mortgage specialists to go over your finances and see if you qualify for a no money down home loan. There’s no commitment involved, and in the event you don’t qualify for the program, we’ll be happy to discuss other financing options that you do qualify for.

3: Online Access to Floor Plans and Neighborhood Amenity Lists – While we welcome you to visit any of our communities to see what makes us special first-hand, you can browse our floor plans and amenities through our website from the comfort of your home. Finding the perfect home to suit your family’s needs is easy – whether you’re looking for a cozy ranch style home in San Antonio or a stately two-story in Phoenix you’ll find the right match by browsing our available inventory online.

4: Customer Testimonials – We don’t expect you to simply take us at our word when we say we’re the best company in the affordable new home market, we back up our claims by giving you access to testimonials from real people who have purchased homes from us in the past. Our customer testimonials will give your further reassurance regarding our quality and customer service, and will help you make an educated decision when deciding to buy from us.

5: Home Buyer’s Guide – The home buying process can be confusing for even the most seasoned homeowner, so it’s natural for first-time buyers to feel frustrated trying to navigate the road to buying a house on their own. From checking your credit once you decide to buy to closing once you’ve found the home of your dreams, we offer a comprehensive home buyer’s guide that covers all aspects of buying a home to help you understand what to expect.

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No two home buyers are alike, and everyone faces their own unique obstacles on the road to home ownership. Fortunately, there are several specialty loans available to buyers who meet certain criteria, and you might be eligible for one of them. Learn more about these specialty loan options and see if you qualify today – you could be one step closer to owning your own home by tomorrow!

If you’re having difficulty obtaining a traditional loan, there may be a specialty loan program that you qualify for, including FHA, USDA, and VA loan options.

FHA Loans – FHA loans are offered by the Fair Housing Administration through the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development. Many first-time home buyers decide to take out mortgages backed by the FHA, because they can obtain a down payment of as little as 3.5% – much lower than the 20% down payment required by many lenders. In order to qualify for an FHA loan, you’ll need to meet with an FHA lender to analyze your finances. They’ll compare your estimated mortgage expenses against your income to ensure the ratio does not exceed 31%. They’ll also compare your debt to income ratio, which may not exceed 43%. The FHA offers maximum loan limits which vary by state, so it’s important to research how much money you’ll be allowed to borrow before committing to a specific home.

USDA Loans – USDA home loans are offered through the United States Department of Agriculture, and are targeted toward home buyers purchasing homes in rural and undeveloped areas. Outside of major metropolitan areas, the USDA considers most of the country rural. The property you want to buy must fall into a zone considered rural by the USDA, and you must meet specific income criteria to qualify for the loan. Income eligibility varies by state and county, but essentially anyone who has an income up to 115% of the median income for the area might qualify. You must be without adequate housing, but still earn enough to cover mortgage payments, taxes and insurance. All USDA loans come with a 30-year term length, and there is no required down payment involved with this loan.

VA Loans – VA loans are backed by the United States Department of Veterans Affairs, and are only available to active duty military members, veterans and eligible surviving spouses. If you qualify, you can obtain a loan from a private lender, and the USDVA will guarantee a portion of the loan. This typically results in far more favorable terms for you as a borrower. You’ll get a competitive interest rate, won’t be required to front a down payment and you won’t have to obtain private mortgage insurance. It’s important to note that in most cases, you can only take advantage of a VA loan once, and after taking out one to purchase a home you won’t be able to obtain another to purchase a different property. The exception to this rule is if you pay off your VA loan in full and dispose of the property, you can have your entitlement to the loan restored.

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As a parent on the hunt for the perfect home, you aren’t simply looking for a home that meets your needs – you’re looking for a safe place for your children to grow. At LGI Homes, we understand that it’s important that your children are just as impressed with our communities as you are, and we’ve gone to great lengths to ensure that all of our communities are built with your entire family’s comfort and happiness in mind. Here are the top 5 reasons you can rest assured that your children will love calling your new house “home.”

LGI Homes builds each community with the whole family in mind, which is why homes are packed with upgrades and communities are filled with amenities!
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#1 Plenty of Room to Roam – From spacious floor plans to large, fully-fenced backyards, our homes offer ample room for your kids to stretch their legs and play both indoors and out.

#2 Access to Top Schools – Most of our communities are in close proximity to some of the top-rated public schools in their respective areas, so you’ll sleep easy at night knowing your kiddos have access to a top-notch education. Your children will pride themselves in the knowledge and skills they gain in their new schools, as well as make plenty of friends along the way.

#3 Family-Friendly Atmosphere – As a whole, our communities are built with a very family-friendly atmosphere in mind, and as a result, we’ve attracted a lot of families to our neighborhoods. Your kids will have no difficulty making friends their age without ever having to leave the comfort of your new neighborhood.

#4 Unrivaled Outdoor Amenities – From neighborhood playgrounds and pools to open greenbelt areas, walking trails and sports fields, all of our communities offer a unique set of outdoor amenities for the entire family to enjoy. Whether your kids want to go for a swim on a hot summer day or for a picnic in one of our open space areas, you’ll be hard-pressed to keep your kids indoors once they discover all of the fun that’s waiting outside in the community.

#5 Convenient Access to Family-Friendly Attractions – A lot of careful thought and thorough planning goes in to selecting the locations for our neighborhoods, and we strive to provide all of our residents with quick and convenient access to some of the best attractions in their areas. From zoos and museums to family-friendly restaurants and parks, you’ll find plenty of fun things to do with your kids within minutes of your neighborhood.

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We are proud to announce that our Arizona-Division president, Chris Kelly, was recently recognized as one of the Top 40 Under 40 by Professional Builder Magazine! This is exciting news for the entire LGI Homes family, and we would like to take a moment to congratulate Mr. Kelly on this wonderful achievement and milestone in his career.

Chris Kelly, LGI Homes’ Arizona Division President

Kelly has been with our Arizona division since its inception in 2011, and in the past few years he’s helped bring our company’s vision and values to families in the Phoenix area. He helped build our Phoenix division from the ground up and is currently building in three LGI Homes communities, including our Blue Hills and Glennwilde neighborhoods. Some of his achievements include leading five new sales representatives from the San Tan Heights community to 95 home closings in 10 months, as well as maintaining 100% of his 14-person staff since he started the division back in January of 2011.

Kelly holds a Bachelor of Science in Engineering from the University of California Berkley, and when he’s not busy building new homes in the Phoenix Valley, he loves spending time in the great Arizona outdoors. He’s an avid hiker and youth sports coach, as well as a skiier and rafter. He loves to read and enjoys traveling, and he says that South Africa is his favorite destination. He’s actively involved in a number of community programs and organizations, including the North Scottsdale Soccer Club, the Kids Love Spanish Organization, Mountain View Little League and Tempe First United Methodist Church.

We’re thrilled to have Kelly as a member of the LGI Homes team, and we’re thankful for all of the hard work he’s put in to helping expand our company in the past two years. Without his efforts, dozens of families in the Phoenix area wouldn’t have seen their dreams of home ownership become a reality, and we know he will continue to help countless customers in the future. We look forward to seeing Kelly continue to grow professionally in the years to come, and would once again like to express how thrilled we are regarding this huge milestone.

To see Kelly’s work first-hand, check out LGI Homes’ communities in Phoenix! Schedule an appointment with our experienced sales consultants and get started in your search for the home of your dreams.

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After a great deal of anticipation, you’ve finally signed the closing paperwork, unloaded your boxes and you’re getting settled into your new home. You’ve successfully overcome any obstacles that tried to hinder your home buying journey, and at long last, you can officially call yourself a homeowner. But what comes next? As a new homeowner, it’s natural to feel a bit uncertain about what major steps you need to take after the home buying process has come to an end – after all, the entire experience is new to you. Don’t wait for the initial excitement of owning a home to fade before taking care of serious business in your new place, and follow these helpful tips to ensure that everything is in order your investment in a house is protected for years to come.

If you’ve just bought a new home, take a moment to read over these tips, as we’re sure they will get you started off on the right foot.

1. Get the Right Insurance – Virtually every lender requires borrowers to carry a homeowner’s insurance policy that’s enough to cover the entire value of the property in the unfortunate event of a total loss. Obtaining proper homeowner’s insurance should be on the top of your priority list as a new owner – but it’s not the only insurance you’ll need. If you’re sharing the house with family members who rely on your income to pay the bills – your spouse and children, for example – you should also consider taking out a life insurance policy with your spouse or another trusted adult listed as the beneficiary so the house isn’t loss if you pass away suddenly. Disability-income insurance is another great idea to consider, as it will help offset costs by substituting your income if you become disabled and unable to work.

2. Don’t Overspend on Decorating – Owning your home provides complete and total freedom when it comes to décor, and as a long-time renter, it’s easy to get a bit carried away with your new found freedom once you switch to owning. While you may have grand visions of a seven-piece furniture set to fill your new bedroom or a big screen TV to serve as the centerpiece of your living room wall, it’s important that you don’t go overboard and overspend on décor during your first few months as a home owner. Chances are, you spent a pretty penny out of pocket to get into your new home between your down payment, closing costs and other fees, so your savings account is likely a bit depleted to begin with. Save the big décor projects for once you’re fully accustomed to making monthly payments on your mortgage, utilities and homeowner’s insurance – and after your savings account has had a chance to recover.

3. Hire a Professional to Do Your Taxes – One of the greatest benefits of home ownership is the tax breaks, but it’s often frustrating for a new owner to figure out which deductions they truly qualify for and which ones are sure to set of red flags with the IRS. For at least your first tax season after buying, hire a professional to file your taxes and explain the rules regarding deductions to you.

4. Create an Organized Filing System – From warranty information to maintenance receipts and tax returns, there’s a lot of paperwork involved in owning a home. As soon as you’re settled, invest in a filing cabinet or a similar storage container that will help you keep all of your paperwork neatly organized. Develop a system for organizing and storing all of your important documents so if you ever need to reference a specific document you can find it quickly and easily.

5. Invest Time in Maintaining Your New Home – The nice thing about moving into a new home is exactly that – it’s new! New homes require far less upkeep than older houses, but that doesn’t mean they will magically maintain themselves. You should spend time on minor maintenance projects with the change of every season to maximize the life of your home’s internal systems and appliances and keep it looking great for years to come. LGI Homes offers a comprehensive seasonal maintenance checklist for our residents, which you can find here.

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As a home buyer, you probably plan to finance at least part of your house by taking out a mortgage. Obtaining a home loan can be a daunting experience as it is, but unfortunately, a number of predatory companies have popped up over the years to complicate matters even more. While predatory lenders are typically small, unlicensed businesses who target their scams toward inexperienced buyers with poor credit, even large, reputable banks have been found guilty of using predatory lending practices. While you’re shopping for a lender to help make your dream of home ownership a reality, follow these tips to ensure you don’t get ripped off and fall victim to a common lending scam.

Innocent homebuyers are regularly being taken advantage of by predatory lending scams. Don’t fall victim by following these tips.

1) Look Out for Loans That Start With Interest Only Payments – Some lenders might try to get you to agree to a loan term that begins with interest only payments, but this is highly problematic for you as a borrower. Such loan terms often look beneficial at first glance through the eyes of a borrower, because the initial payments are low. However, when you enter into this sort of agreement, you won’t make any progress toward paying off your principle balance for the duration of the interest only payment term – meaning your ultimate goal of owning your home fully will be even further postponed. The monthly payment on interest only loans also tend to skyrocket over time, so while the low payment may be attractive to you today, you might not be able to afford your payment at a later time.

2) Check for Early Payment Penalties in the Fine Print – Some homeowners want to pay off their mortgages as quickly as possible, and some lenders will do anything in their power to prevent them from doing so. Check with potential lenders to make sure they do not include penalty fee in the fine print of their contracts that will prohibit you from making extra payments toward your loan to reduce the amount of interest you have to pay.

3) Stay Away from Lenders With Excessive Upfront Fees – A good rule of thumb as a borrow is that the amount of upfront fees a lender charges is highly indicative of how unfriendly their general loan terms will be. If a lender is out to squeeze every penny they can from you from the moment you start negotiating a mortgage rate with them, you can rest assured that they will nickle and dime you through the duration of your loan term if you borrow from them.

4) Avoid Lenders That Try to Push You Toward Options You’re Not Comfortable With – As a borrower, you do need to be a bit flexible in regard to your interest rate and term length in order to reach an agreement with a lender. However, this doesn’t mean you have to let a lender walk all over you or force you into an option you aren’t comfortable with. If a lender keeps pressing you to agree to a specific option no matter how many times you state that you don’t want to go with it, it’s time to meet with another lender who will be more willing to work out a deal that benefits you both.

5) Obtain a Copy of the Exact Loan Terms at the Time of Signing – Believe it or not, some lenders will ask you to sign a mortgage agreement and then refuse to give you a copy to keep for your own personal reference. If a lender refuses to give you a copy of the exact loan terms at the time of signing, put down the pen and find another lender.

Remember that LGI Homes offers a credit counseling program for buyers, so we can work with you to help you achieve a real deal on your mortgage. Our free, confidential program will help bring you closer to your dream of home ownership, and our experienced mortgage specialists can help find the perfect home loan to finance the home of your dreams.

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While other builders are comfortable with cutting corners to rake in profits for themselves, LGI Homes works hard to create superior quality, affordable homes for our customers – even if it’s at our own expense. We build houses that are ready to live in, and that means making some sacrifices on our end to ensure that your new home includes everything you need to feel comfortable and content from the moment you move in. You won’t have to deal with the hassle on home renovation projects to achieve the home of your dreams, because every LGI Homes house includes over $10,000 in upgrades – included in the price. While the precise amount and type of upgrades varies across our communities, these are some of our most common upgrades.

LGI Homes packs tens-of-thousands of dollars in upgrades into every home built.

Cabinets – You won’t have to downsize on your Pyrex collection or fine china to make everything fit in your new kitchen, because your new home will include all of the cabinet space you could possibly need. Depending on the community, all of our homes include either custom cabinets or upgraded 36” maple cabinets.

Counters – You’ll never have to worry about scratching, staining or burning your kitchen counters, because most of our communities include granite counter tops in every home. Granite is one of the most durable counter materials available on the market, and it’s also one of the easiest to clean.

Energy-Efficient Appliances – Say “goodbye” to high energy bills and do the environment a favor every time you use one of the energy efficient appliances included in some of our neighborhoods. While not every community includes our energy-efficient appliances, every home does include state-of-the-art, quality appliances so you won’t have to worry about the hassle of replacing anything in your new home any time soon.

Fenced Yards – You’ll be able to send your children outside to play or allow your pet to spend some unsupervised time outdoors without having to worry with our fully-fenced yards, an upgrade included in many of our neighborhoods.

Landscaping – We work hard to ensure that the exteriors of our homes are just as beautiful as their interiors, so we include full front yard landscaping in all of our communities. You’ll enjoy a mixture of lush grass and native flora throughout your community, and will love showing off your yard to friends and family when they come over to visit.

Rounded Corners – Your home should be a safe place for your little ones to run around, and the rounded corners throughout many of our homes will help prevent many of the bumps and bruises that go along with early childhood.

Fixtures – Every time you use your sink or open a drawer, you’ll notice the brushed-nickel hardware and fixtures we include in most of our homes.

Doors – Depending on the community, most of our homes include either two-panel or six-panel doors, which adds personality to our houses and adds a hint of luxurious décor to every room in your home.

Utility Rooms – Whether you need a place to keep muddy shoes out of the main area of your home or space to store your new washer and dryer, many of our homes include utility rooms at no extra cost.

Whether you’ve committed to pay off your mortgage in 15 years or 30, you may find yourself anxiously counting down the days until you finally own your home fully from the time you send out your very first monthly payment. The truth is, the longer it takes you to pay off your mortgage, the more interest you’ll incur and the more total money you’ll have to spend, so paying your loan off before the terms expire can be a wise move financially. While it’s impossible to pay your mortgage off overnight – unless you win the lottery or otherwise strike it rich, that is – there are a few easy ways you can cut years off your payments and own your home fully sooner than you think. Before you start making extra payments, however, check the fine print of your contract to make sure your lender won’t penalize you for prepayment.

By paying off your mortgage quicker than the required time, you will save a great deal of money in interest.

#1 Set Up a Payday Schedule – Instead of making one monthly payment to your lender, arrange for your loan to be put on a payday schedule. The amount you pay each month will stay the same, but the payment will be broken up into smaller payments that occur every time you get paid. At minimum, this will double the total number of payments you make each year, and more of the money you pay will go directly to your principle balance instead of covering interest. The faster your principle balance is paid down, the sooner you no longer owe.

#2 Rework Your Budget – Look over your finances and see if there’s anywhere you could scrounge up extra cash to put toward you mortgage every month. Something as simple as forgoing your morning latte could provide an extra $100 to add to your monthly payment. Make a commitment to yourself to put part of your expendable income toward your mortgage payment on a consistent basis, as the extra money will go directly toward your principle. This could easily cut years off your repayment plan if you succeed in doing this each and every month.

#3 Put Your Tax Refund Toward Your Principle – When you get your tax return every year, use the full amount to make an extra annual payment toward your mortgage. Depending on how high your return is, this could be one of the most effective ways to cut down the number of years you’re repaying, as a few thousand dollars extra toward your principle every year will go a long way.

#4 Make a Double Payment Every Quarter – Every three months, double up your normal monthly payment. As with other methods mentioned, the extra money will all go directly toward your principle.

#5 Put All Unexpected Income Toward Your Principle – Whether you win the lottery, receive a large monetary gift for your birthday or are given an inheritance, put any unexpected income from outside your paycheck directly toward your mortgage. Since you weren’t counting on this money when budgeting for bills, your current finances won’t suffer but your principle balance could shrink considerably.

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As the weather warms up and spring is in full swing, there’s no better season to show your new home a little extra TLC after a long winter of neglect. While your new home should require very little maintenance, the extra love will keep it looking its best throughout the year and will prevent the need for repairs and large improvements in the future. Check out our list of easy spring home maintenance tips you can complete easily over a weekend, and keep your home in top shape for years to come.

1. Clear Out Your Gutters Winter and fall tend to wreak havoc on gutters, and yours are probably filled with autumn leaves and debris that could prevent them from draining properly once April’s showers arrive. Climb up and visually inspect the gutters around your house and clear out any potential blockages you find.

2. Prep Your Tool Shed There’s nothing more frustrating than finding a tool is out of order right when you need it most, so check out all of your gas and battery-powered yard tools to make sure they’re still working and ready for use. Have the blades on your lawnmower and weed whacker sharpened so you’ll have no problem keeping your lawn tamed once summer arrives.

3. Clean Out Your Fridge Spring is the perfect time to stock your fridge full with fresh berries and produce, so make sure you’ve got plenty of space to store them. Clean out your fridge and freezer and throw away any old, expired or freezer burned foods. Spritz an antibacterial cleaner on a rag and give all of the shelves and drawers a thorough scrubbing.

4. Inspect Your Batteries You should test and replace the batteries in your smoke alarm and CO2 detectors every season, and spring is no exception! Keep your family safe and protect your new home by making it a habit to inspect your batteries this season.

5. Change Your Air Filters Spring is one of the worst seasons for allergies, so keep the sniffles to a minimum by changing out your air filters. Fresh filters will ensure your home is filled with nothing but fresh air, and everyone in your family will breathe a little easier. In the future, remember that it’s recommended that you change your air filters every three months, so get in the habit of doing this with the start of every season.

6. Prune Your Shrubs and Trees Plants filled with dead twigs and damaged branches aren’t worthy of showing off to the neighbors, so improve their health by giving all of the shrubs and trees in your yard a good pruning. Prevent damage from spring and summer thunderstorms by trimming tree branches back so they hang no closer than seven feet from your home.

7. Inspect Your Sump Pump A backed up sump pump is every homeowner’s worst nightmare, so prevent this disaster by inspecting your pump early in the season. Make sure everything is functioning properly and replace the batteries in the backup.

8. Clean out Your Oven and Stove Top Whether you plan on whipping up a fresh apple pie (or two!) or a batch of fresh berry muffins, make sure you’ve got a clean place to do so by giving your oven and stove top a thorough cleaning. Run the cleaning cycle on your oven before the summer heat hits and scrub all of the burners on your stove before the buildup gets the chance to become a fire hazard.

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