During the month of March, you may need to make a few adjustments to keep your family safe and your home running smoothly. March is a perfect time to review your home insurance and maintenance to ensure maximum safety.

Homeowners insurance is designed to protect you from disasters that impact your home, but you are expected to properly maintain your home. Neglectful home maintenance may lead to wear and tear that can potentially lead to bigger problems.

Your home is a significant investment. Continuously maintain and protect this investment with these five easy tips.

Keep an eye on the caulk around your home to mitigate water damage. Over time, the caulk in your kitchen and bathroom can deteriorate, producing cracks. These cracks can lead to leaks and water contamination can spread within minutes.

Change detector batteries. Detectors are vital warning systems that ensure the safety of you and your family, so be sure to inspect them year-round.

Clear out gutters. Clogged gutters and downspouts can impair the exterior of your house. Water spots and foundational damages are a few of the potential issues that come from untended gutters. Make sure to empty your gutters and dispose of the collection of leaves and gunk.

Replace your home’s air filters. It is crucial to replace your air filters approximately every three months. You may even want to consider replacing filters more frequently depending on the overall air quality of the environment surrounding your home, if you have pets in the house, or if you have family members with allergy sensitivities.

Seal up doors and windows. It’s common during the winter months for uninvited pests to make it into the warmth of your home.

Speak with a local Goldenwest Insurance Agent to ensure that your homeowners insurance is up to date.