North San Antonio Edition | July 2023

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2023 HOME EDITION

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HOME IMPROVEMENT AND MAINTENANCE

MAINTAINING YOUR HOME

The National Association of Home Builders oers routine home maintenance tips for homeowners looking to maintain their homes’ value and ensure their safety.

ASK AN AIR CONDITIONING & HEATING EXPERT

BY EDMOND ORTIZ

Find other useful homeownership tips at www.nahb.org.

Evetta Soma is the marketing coordinator for Tiger Services Air Conditioning and Heating. The A/C and heating company has been in business since 1978.

Northview Apartment Homes, a multi-family aordable residential development located at 23142 US 281 in north San Antonio, oers residents amenities, including access to a nearby city park, schools and shopping and dining opportunities. Indiana-based developer Pedcor Cos. began leasing units at Northview Apartment Homes in September following two years of construction. Apartments are dedicated to households earning 30%-60% of the area median income, which is $88,600 for a family of four in the San Antonio, according to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. 1 Northview features one-, two- and three-bedroom oor plans with square footages ranging from 798-1,141, and include a private patio or balcony. 2 Residents can take advantage of the apartment com- plex’s swimming pool that includes space to lounge un- der a pergola, a covered picnic pavilion and a clubhouse. 3 Northview residents may also access optional cov- ered parking.

WHAT ARE SOME WAYS TO MAINTAIN AC SYSTEMS DURING THE SUMMER? I think probably one of the biggest ones that seems like a small thing is just taking advantage of smart systems. A lot of people have Nest and home systems, and there’s a range of settings that you can use. For example, the A/C can go up a little bit higher while you’re gone, or something like that. You should also do routine maintenance as well, and some A/C companies oer that. So, keeping up with that and making sure you do the small things rst before you get to that major issue will help so that you’re not dishing out a lot of money. Evetta Soma Marketing Coordinator Tiger Services Air Conditioning and Heating 111 E. Rhapsody Drive, San Antonio 210-344-0060 www.tiger-services.com

HOW CAN NOT SEEKING REPAIRS IN A TIMELY FASHION AFFECT THE HOME? I think air quality is important. Especially because allergies are so prevalent in Texas, that’s one big thing that’s going to be aected outside of money, and (A/C) parts and home health. Beyond all of that, kind of the bigger issue is having the whole system in place or having the parts replaced before the warranty’s up. WHAT SHOULD HOMEOWNERS KEEP IN MIND BEFORE CALLING? The biggest thing rst is to be an informed consumer. The second thing would be getting walked through the process. Don’t be afraid to ask questions.

EXTERIOR

INTERIOR

1 Roofs should be inspected by a qualied roofer every three years, and skylights should be inspected so leaks do not develop. 2 Ensure downspouts and gutters do not get clogged with leaves and other debris. 3 Inspect siding each year to see if it needs repainting, and trim shrubs away so they do not touch the siding. 4 Check for split or cracked caulking on windows and doors annually, and replace the caulk as necessary. 5 Moving parts of garage doors need to be oiled once every three months.

6 Air lters require regular replacement, generally once every three months. 7 Regularly check security alarms and circuit breakers . Check batteries in smoke and carbon monoxide detectors. 8 Clean each faucet’s aerator every three to four months. Maintain garbage disposals by running cold water through them. 9 Masonry walls can develop a white powder that can be scrubbed o with water and a sti brush. 10 Hardwood oors without polyurethane need to be waxed with a liquid or paste “spirit” wax. Use emulsion wax on vinyl.

PHOTOS COURTESY NORTHVIEW APARTMENT HOMES

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SOURCE: NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF HOME BUILDERSCOMMUNITY IMPACT

STONE OAK 23026 US Hwy 281 N (210) 497-1322 DE ZAVALA 5219 De Zavala Rd (210) 561-0900

VINEYARD 1309 N Loop 1604 W (210) 408-8206

RECTOR 819 E Rector Dr (210) 340-2244

LEGACY 2003 N Loop 1604 E (210) 494-8600