You got the keys.
Now what?
Owning a house comes with responsibilities nobody really explains. Learn what matters, what to watch, what you can handle yourself, and when it's time to call a professional.
By Chris Thompson · Book Man Publishing
Your house didn't come with an owner's manual.
A practical starting point for new homeowners without trying to turn you into a contractor.
Understand Your House
Learn the basic systems, controls, shutoffs and warning signs every homeowner should know.
Prevent Expensive Problems
Build realistic maintenance habits and recognize small changes before they become large repairs.
Know When to Call Someone
Understand the difference between a reasonable homeowner task and work that belongs with a qualified professional.
Handle Home Emergencies
Know what to do first with water, electricity, gas, HVAC problems or another urgent situation.
Hire Contractors Smarter
Compare bids, understand scope and ask better questions before committing money to a project.
Plan for the Long Term
Prepare for maintenance, repairs, replacements and the ongoing cost of owning a home.
Premium Digital Companion
The paperback is complete on its own. Its included companion adds reusable records, checklists and planning tools that help you put the book's guidance to work.
Track your home's systems, maintenance, repairs, contractors, projects, expenses and emergency information in one organized resource.
Inside the Premium Digital Companion
- Fillable digital PDF
- Printable PDF
- Home systems and shutoff records
- Maintenance checklists
- Repair and service logs
- Contractor comparison tools
- Project and expense records
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