[email protected]   |   (434) 260-1435
2110 Ivy Road   |   Charlottesville, VA 22903
facebook instagram
Story House Real Estate Story House Real Estate
Navigation
  • ABOUT US
    • Who We Are
    • Mission Statement
    • Our Philanthropy
    • Our Success Stories
      • Client Profiles
      • Client Testimonials
      • Press & Recognition
      • Our Sold Homes
    • Story House Blog
    • Newsletters
  • SELL A HOME
    • How We Sell
    • Seller Profile
  • BUY A HOME
    • Buyer Profile
    • Our 10 Step Process
      • Consult Your REALTOR®
      • Arrange Your Financing
      • Find Your Home
      • Prepare a Purchase Offer
      • Contract for Your Home
      • Conduct Inspections
      • Finalize Your Financing
      • Prepare for Settlement
    • Buyer Profile
    • Our Listings
    • New Listings
    • Search All Active Listings
      • Search by County
      • Charlottesville Area Neighborhoods
  • LET’S CONNECT

Honey Do’s For Your House That Only Need To Be Done Annually

Posted on October 23, 2018

Here are chores around the home that you really only need to do annually, minus special circumstances.

1. Curtains & Drapes

Unfortunately, we don’t mean the dusting part. You’ll want to dust at least once a month, but when it actually comes time to getting them cleaned, you only really need to do that once a year. You can take them in to get dry cleaned or follow the instructions on their tags if you choose to wash them at home.

2. House Gutters

Gutter guards can be a great investment, especially if you live around trees that shed all year long. These can keep your gutter cleanings minimal, generally about once per year. You’ll want to do this in the autumn when all of the leaves from the trees have already fallen.

3. Fireplace & Chimney

After the winter, you’ll want to give your fireplace a thorough cleaning. You can use a shop vacuum to clean up the embers. Make sure to wash down the fireplace tools as well. Go an extra step further and schedule an appointment with a chimney sweeper.

4. Carpets

We wish we meant vacuuming, but that’s pretty much a weekly or biweekly task for most households. In this case, we mean a deep clean. The best time to get this taken care of is right after summer.

5. Outdoor Furniture

The best time to clean outdoor furniture is when you bring them out of storage for Spring. Of course, if messes up happen while you’re using them, you want to clean the spots right away, so you avoid an accumulation of stains in a short period.

6. Mattress

Mattresses have improved through the years but they still need a little bit of attention. At least once a year, give your mattress a thorough cleaning and change the position of it.

7. Kitchen Cabinets & Pantry

Early November is a great time to clean out kitchen cabinets, drawers, and the food pantry to get them ready for the holidays. Do a section of cabinets at a time and empty them out completely. Wipe down the shelves and reline with shelf paper if needed.

8. Linen Closet

Just once a year, empty out your linen closet and give it a thorough cleaning. Take time to vacuum away dust and spiderwebs and reline any shelves.

9. Garage, Basement, & Attic

No one is expecting you to have a perfect garage, basement, or attic. However, a good cleaning at least once a year can help you keep an eye on things, such as moisture or insect problems. It can also feel good to get rid of junk that tends to accumulate in these hidden spaces.

 

Categories

  • Achievements & Recognition
  • Affordability & Financing
  • Blog
  • Buying
  • Charlottesville Area
  • Charlottesville News
  • Charlottesville Real Estate
  • Choosing a Realtor
  • City of Charlottesville
  • Client Profiles
  • Client Testimonials
  • Community
  • First Time Homebuyer
  • Historic Charlottesville
  • Home Repair & Maintenance
  • Landscaping & Exterior
  • Lifestyle
  • Market Reports
  • National Real Estate
  • New Construction
  • Our Favorite Things
  • Real Estate 101
  • Real Estate News and Info
  • Selling
  • Short Sale & Foreclosure 101
  • Sold Homes
  • Staging to Sell
  • Uncategorized

Contact Us

    Subscribe to Newsletter
    This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.

    View

    Feb 6

    Open
    🎉 Please help us give a very warm welcome to the newest addition to the Story House team, Troy Harding!

Troy brings with him 17 years of real estate experience, expert skills in sales, and a fun-loving spirit that is the perfect fit for our Story House family!

We’re so excited to have Troy on the team! 🦚 👏 

#charlottesville #cville #charlottesvilleva #ilovecville #ilovecharlottesville #realestate #buyahome #sellahome #realtor #storyhouse #storyhousere #storyhouserealestate #startyourstory #soldbystoryhouse #yournextchapter
    View

    Feb 5

    Open
    “Communication was excellent. I always felt like I knew what was going on, and if I didn’t, my questions were always answered quickly.”

Thank you for these wonderful words, Beth! We’re so happy you chose our team here at Story House to help you start your next chapter! Great work to Errin and the listing team for always having great communication and making sure the process is smooth sailing for our clients!

👉 If you or someone you know is looking to buy or sell, get in touch with the Story House Real Estate team at (434) 260-1435! 📱We would love to help you find your dream home. 🏡

#StoryHouseRE #StoryHouseRealEstate #StoryHouseTestimonial #realestate #realtor #realestateagent #realtorlife #dreamhome #realestatelife #charlottesville #cville #charlottesvilleva #storyhouse #storyhousere #storyhouserealestate #startyourstory #soldbystoryhouse #yournextchapter
    View

    Feb 4

    Open
    February is Black History Month, a time to remember, reflect, and celebrate the stories of black history on a global, national, and local scale. Here in Charlottesville, when we discuss black history we think about incredible recent triumphs like thriving black communities cultivated by groups like Black Cville, and difficult tragedies like the demolition of Vinegar Hill, and the history this land holds. 

Throughout the month of February, celebrate and honor black history by attending cultural celebrations, seeking out local resources, and continuing to endorse and advocate for diversity and inclusivity to ensure Charlottesville continues to create a brighter future, for all. ❤️ 

#BlackHistoryMonth #BlackHistory #Charlottesvillehistory #StoryHouseRealEstate #StoryHouseRE #BlackCville
    View

    Feb 3

    Open
    ☀️ It’s finally Friday! The sun is out, the weekend is near, and the events are here!

Find something for a night out on the town, a day trip for the whole family to enjoy, or wine and dine on local provisions for C-VILLE Restaurant Week!

What are your weekend plans? Is there a restaurant on the C-VILLE Restaurant Week list that you’d like to try? Let us know! 🎉

#StoryHouseRealEstate #storyhousere #localevents #weekend #Charlottesville #cvillelove #thislocallove #Charlottesvilleevents
    View

    Feb 2

    Open
    🏡 JUST LISTED | 308 Starcrest Road, Charlottesville, Virginia 22902 | MLS #638179 | $450,000 | 🎉 OPEN HOUSE Sunday 02/05 from 11 AM - 1 PM!

Fall in love with the unbeatable location and thoughtful improvements of this beautifully renovated 4-bed, 2-bath Mill Creek home!

This home features a brand new HVAC, new luxury vinyl plank and carpet flooring, a private first-floor primary suite with bay windows and neighboring first-floor laundry, and a light-filled open-concept main living area with a cozy wood-burning fireplace!

Utilize the spacious fourth bedroom as a primary bedroom with a walk-in closet, a home office, and/or a recreation room, and enjoy the ample closet space each bedroom provides!

Prepare meals in the freshly painted eat-in kitchen or grill out more casually on the sunny back deck!

Wave to neighbors from the rocking chair front porch or soak in the private wooded views from the picturesque screened-in sun room, all while allowing your pet to roam free in the fenced-in backyard! Utilize the two sheds, one with electric, and bedroom eaves for ample storage space!

📍 Beautifully situated on a quiet cul-de-sac featuring ample street and flat driveway parking, this home is conveniently located within walking distance to Biscuit Run Trail and a short, 2-minute drive to Mountain View Elementary and Monticello High/Tandem Friends Schools. Less than an 8-minute drive to 5th St Station (Wegmans, Alamo Theater, restaurants, etc!) and a 10-minute drive to downtown!

📩 Email showings@storyhouseRE.com with questions! Showings begin by appointment on Friday, February 3rd.

#justlisted #Charlottesvillerealestate #StoryHouseRealEstate #StoryHouseRE #startyournextstory #Charlottesville #startyourstorywithus #newlisting
    Story House Real Estate logo
    STORY HOUSE REAL ESTATE
    2110 Ivy Road
    Charlottesville, VA 22903
    Phone: (434) 260-1435
    facebook instagram
    LICENSED TO SELL REAL ESTATE IN THE COMMONWEALTH OF VIRGINIA
    REALTOR icon Equal Housing icon
    © 2021 Story House Real Estate. All Rights Reserved.