Homeowner essentials most people skip out on
The comprehensive list if you love your home and see yourself enjoying your daily life there🩷 A properly maintained home definitely helped in the selling process after 5 years in our 1st home, you’ll be shocked to know how run down some BTOs look on the inside after just 5 years.
Let’s take good care of our homes:
Fire extinguisher (fire safety is becoming increasingly urgent!) – https://s.shopee.sg/9UzbVRYm7P
Washing machine cleaner (I like doing this every 2-3 months) – https://s.shopee.sg/40eexMbJ3g
Drain cleaner (to prevent clog & odours, I like doing this every quarter) – https://s.shopee.sg/5VTSkXygtY (Tried the active foam spray version and didn’t find it effective, I’ll stick to this one)
Stain removers
Non-toxic cream that works on cookware, bathroom surfaces, oven/microwave cleaning, etc – https://s.shopee.sg/LlMadK8Es (I also tried the powder version but didn’t find it as effective)
Spray version for soft furniture – https://s.shopee.sg/8AUDv6ohht (bleach-free)
Mold remover – https://s.shopee.sg/1qaANQofRY
DIY silicone lining – https://s.shopee.sg/5VTSkFCgtX
Honestly, this works so so well. Takes a bit of work but super worth it! It’s seriously mold-free and did not deteriorate one bit after 3 years. The one my carpenter did for me (TWICE) always tore & separated.
Aircon cleaning spray (my aircon uncle always recommends this, he said to do it once a month and don’t call him unless our aircon leaks or not cold lol) – https://s.shopee.sg/3LOyAHal6b
Ant gel (Super effective that I only used less than 1 in 5.5 years) – https://s.shopee.sg/4fuLko7fGX
Roach killer (THE BEST. I mean traditional sprays always leave a residue, this doesn’t) – https://s.shopee.sg/6Aj9XVuR3C
Fridge deodoriser (I like recommending this because it lasts up to 2 years. The other types seem to need replacements after just a few months) – https://s.shopee.sg/9fJ1i1XBZU
Dehumidifier (Our homes really need this in humid Singapore):
Small appliance you can use long-term – https://s.shopee.sg/4qDlxFQ0HM
Packs for wardrobe & cabinets – https://s.shopee.sg/6VLzwHG4Bs
Air purifier (indoor air quality can be very unhealthy, esp if its a new home with new renovation & furniture. If you cook a lot, having an air purifier will really help)
I turn this on when cooking – https://s.shopee.sg/7VEX8BekqA
My dehumidifier is also an air purifier (same link as above!)