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Mar 28. 2023

Holt Home Warranties

Main types of Coverage and How to File a Claim   There’s no doubt that your newly constructed Holt Home is built soundly, but that doesn’t mean defects can’t happen. Over time, your home will start the natural process of settling into its foundation, causing things to shift around. This is a completely normal process for new homes. However, it might necessitate some maintenance along the way which is where your Builder Backed Warranty program ...

Mar 23. 2023

Maintaining your HVAC System

Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning in your Holt Home   Though often taken for granted, centralized heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) is one of the most convenient (and cozy!) modern home amenities. And while it might be tempting to crank your thermostat to the max on a 30-degree day, it’s important to make sure you’re practicing healthy HVAC habits and properly maintaining your system to maximize its longevity. Overview ...

Dec 14. 2022

Holt Homes Home Emergencies

How to handle urgent home repairs after-hours *This article strictly addresses urgent home repair needs such as plumbing, HVAC, or electrical problems. For situations involving an immediate threat to life or property, please call 911. Plumbing leaks, furnace malfunctions, power losses, and a handful of other issues are all obstacles you may face at some point during you time as a homeowner. And while these issues are rare, especially in newly ...

Nov 24. 2022

Countertop and Tile Care

Best Practices for Countertops and Tile Maintenance Countertops and tiles: your home's unsung hero, adding more character than perhaps any other feature. And with proper care and maintenance, your countertops and tiles will reward you with years of faithful, glowing service. But what does that "proper care and maintenance" look like? Let's get into it! The BAsics When it comes to countertops and tiles, cleaning is pretty universal. At a minimum, ...

Oct 03. 2022

Weatherizing Your Holt Home

Preparing Your Home for Fall and Winter   Fall and winter in the Pacific Northwest are truly delightful. That clean, crisp air, the foliage slowly changing color, the first snow...but before you get too cozy, it's time to take the right homeowner maintenance steps to weatherize your home. From gutter cleaning to weatherstripping, to thermostat adjustments and more, here are the basics on how to prepare your Holt home for the fall and winter ...

Sep 16. 2022

Window & Door Care in the Pacific Northwest

Inspecting and maintaining your doors and windows No matter how well constructed your home is — and as a Holt Homeowner, yours is solid! — your doors and windows will never be immune to settling. Seasons change. Temperatures swing. Your house will expand. Your house contracts. And all that affects how your doors and windows function. It’s just a fact of life, particularly here in the Pacific Northwest.   If it’s your first year in your Holt ...