Welcome to your Kerrisdale property maintenance guide. You own a home in Vancouver. You need repairs. You need maintenance. Your home is large. Your garden has structures. You have a list. We have the tools.
Contact Randall the Handyman. We serve Kerrisdale. We serve the Westside. We serve Vancouver.
Property Maintenance in Kerrisdale
Kerrisdale homes require attention. Large properties have many systems. These systems fail. They age. You must monitor them. You must fix them.
Start with the exterior. Look at your siding. Inspect your trim. Find the rot. Remove the rot. Replace the wood. Prime the surface. Paint the surface. Repeat for every side of your home.
Check your gutters. Leaves fall. Moss grows. Water overflows. This damages your foundation. Clean the gutters. Flush the downspouts. Install leaf guards. Check the brackets. Tighten the screws.
Look at your windows. Inspect the caulking. Remove old silicone. Clean the gap. Apply new caulking. Seal the air leaks. This saves energy. This prevents moisture.
Check your doors. Inspect the hinges. Lubricate the metal. Tighten the screws. Check the weather stripping. Replace worn rubber. Test the locks. Align the strike plates.
Garden Structure Care
Your Kerrisdale property has outdoor spaces. You have fences. You have decks. You have pergolas. These structures face Vancouver rain. Rain causes damage.
Fence Maintenance
Walk your fence line. Find loose boards. Drive nails. Replace screws. Check the posts. Dig around wobbly posts. Add concrete. Level the post. Let it set.
Clean the wood. Use a pressure washer. Remove the grime. Remove the mold. Let the wood dry. Sand the rough spots. Apply a sealer. Apply a stain. This protects the wood.
Deck Repairs
Inspect the deck boards. Look for splinters. Look for cracks. Flip boards. Replace boards. Check the joists. Look for rot. Use a screwdriver to poke the wood. If it is soft, replace it.
Check the railings. Shake the posts. Tighten the bolts. Ensure safety. Sand the handrails. Remove the burrs. Apply a finish.
Pergolas and Arbors
Look up. Check the beams. Check the rafters. Inspect the connections. Tighten the hardware. Remove debris from the top. Trim the vines. Keep the weight low.
Exterior Maintenance Steps
Maintenance follows a sequence. Follow these steps.
- Inspect the property.
- Take photos.
- Make a list.
- Buy materials.
- Prepare the tools.
- Execute the repair.
- Clean the area.
Apply this to your siding. Apply this to your roof. Apply this to your walkways.
Check your pressure washing needs. Wash the driveway. Wash the patio. Remove the moss. Use a surface cleaner. Rinse the area. Apply polymeric sand to pavers. Sweep the sand. Mist with water.
Check your outdoor lighting. Replace the bulbs. Clean the lenses. Adjust the timers. Check the wiring. Bury exposed lines.
Interior Handyman Services
Kerrisdale homes have high ceilings. They have detailed trim. They have complex fixtures. We handle these tasks.
Drywall and Paint
Inspect your walls. Find the dents. Find the holes.
- Sand the area.
- Apply the patch.
- Apply the mud.
- Let it dry.
- Sand it smooth.
- Repeat the mud.
- Sand again.
- Apply the primer.
- Apply the paint.
Fix the cracks in the ceiling. Scrape the loose material. Apply fiberglass tape. Apply joint compound. Sand the surface. Paint the ceiling.
Fixtures and Hardware
Install new faucets. Turn off the water. Disconnect the lines. Remove the old faucet. Clean the sink. Place the new faucet. Connect the lines. Turn on the water. Check for leaks.
Replace your cabinet pulls. Measure the holes. Drill new holes. Install the hardware. Level the handles.
Mount your TV. Find the studs. Mark the holes. Drill the pilot holes. Bolt the bracket. Level the bracket. Hang the TV. Hide the wires.
Doors and Windows Interior
Adjust the closet doors. Align the tracks. Lubricate the rollers. Tighten the pivots.
Install window coverings. Measure the width. Mark the brackets. Drill the holes. Mount the hardware. Click the blinds into place. Test the cord.
Seasonal Maintenance for Kerrisdale
Properties change with seasons. Vancouver weather is predictable.
Spring Tasks
- Inspect the winter damage.
- Clear the garden debris.
- Wash the windows.
- Check the exterior paint.
- Service the AC units.
Summer Tasks
- Stain the decks.
- Repair the fences.
- Paint the exterior.
- Inspect the irrigation.
Fall Tasks
- Clean the gutters.
- Seal the gaps.
- Store the garden furniture.
- Check the furnace filters.
- Insulate the pipes.
Winter Tasks
- Install the heat tape.
- Check for drafts.
- Repair the interior walls.
- Upgrade the lighting.
Small Electrical and Plumbing
We do minor work. We fix what is broken.
Plumbing Tasks
Replace the toilet flapper. Stop the leak. Save the water.
Install a new showerhead. Use Teflon tape. Tighten the head. Test the spray.
Unclog the sink. Remove the P-trap. Clean the pipe. Replace the trap. Tighten the nuts.
Electrical Tasks
Replace the light switches. Turn off the breaker. Remove the plate. Disconnect the wires. Connect the new switch. Screw the plate. Turn on the breaker.
Install a smart doorbell. Connect the wires. Sync the app. Test the camera.
Replace the smoke detector batteries. Test the alarm. Check the date. Replace the unit every ten years.
Property Management for Landlords
You own a rental in Kerrisdale. You need turnover service.
- Inspect the unit.
- Fix the holes.
- Paint the walls.
- Replace the bulbs.
- Check the appliances.
- Clean the filters.
We serve landlords. We serve strata. We serve businesses.
Serving Vancouver Neighborhoods
We are local. We know the streets. We know the houses.
We serve Kerrisdale.
We serve the West End.
We serve Yaletown.
We serve East Vancouver.
We serve UBC.
We serve the Westside.
We serve South Vancouver.
We serve Burnaby.
We serve Richmond.
We serve North Vancouver.
We serve West Vancouver.
We serve Main St.
We serve South Main St.
Pricing for Services
Our pricing is simple. It is transparent.
The first hour is $120.
Each additional hour is $85.
We bill for the work. We bill for the time. There are no hidden fees.
Booking Your Handyman
- Contact Randall the Handyman.
- Describe your project.
- Send your photos.
- Get your estimate.
- Schedule your time.
Start your list. Edit your list. Complete your list.
Your home needs care. Your garden needs repair. Your property needs maintenance.
Call Randall the Handyman. Get it done. Get it done right.
Look forward to your results. Plan your next project.
