Plan to Budget For Home Maintenance
Homeownership comes with routine maintenance and inevitable repairs, from gutter cleaning and tree trimming to replacing roofs and driveways. While some major expenses may have a 20-year replacement horizon, homeowners still need to plan and budget for them. Many don’t, leaving them to dip into emergency savings or take out a loan when an unexpected expense arises.
Shorter-lived items also require regular replacement, and inflation has pushed up the cost of many goods and services. That makes setting aside money for home maintenance more important than ever.
According to Thumbtack’s latest Home Care Price Index, homeowners spend an average of $11,196 annually to maintain a single-family home. That’s a 2 percent increase from the previous year—the smallest annual increase since 2022. While the rate of increase has slowed, the total annual cost remains significant, highlighting the importance of planning ahead for both routine and unexpected home expenses.
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Why You Should Start Regenerative Services Early
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