8 Red Flags You Can’t Afford To Ignore With Your Home

Don’t let these issues lead to bigger and more expensive problems later on.

Have you ever encountered a “red flag” inside your home or on your property and simply ignored it? Something like a running toilet, leaking faucet, or your washing machine that sounds like an engine taking off?

Or maybe that dead tree on your property that your neighbor keeps asking you to take down? Just like pulling a thread, these small-ish issues with your home could eventually lead to major issues like a broken appliance, damaged flooring, or worse.

When these red flags pop up, it’s a smart idea to take notice and do a quick assessment: is this something you can easily fix yourself or should you call in a pro? Is this an expensive fix that you should save up for or an inexpensive part replacement?

Obviously, the quick or inexpensive fixes should be addressed, but larger issues may require a consultation with a pro and possibly a larger financial decision.

Here are some typical red flags that you shouldn’t ignore.

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