How to Maintain Your Home Year-Round (Without the Stress)

Owning a home in Chicago means you get four seasons—and four sets of maintenance checklists. From prepping your furnace for freezing temps to cleaning out clogged gutters after a summer storm, there's always something that needs doing.

But here’s the thing: most homeowners don’t have the time, tools, or trusted contacts to keep up with it all. That’s why more and more people in neighborhoods like Lincoln Park, Bucktown, and Wilmette are turning to home maintenance subscription plans to take care of their homes—without the stress.

At In House, we’re based right here in Chicago and designed our service for busy homeowners who want to stay ahead of problems, not scramble to fix them later.

Why Staying on Top of Maintenance Matters in Chicago

Chicago homes take a beating—from subzero wind chills to summer heat waves and lake effect storms. If you don’t stay ahead of things, you risk:

  • Frozen pipes and flooded basements

  • Furnace or AC breakdowns

  • Roof leaks and water damage

  • Out-of-control repair costs

Routine upkeep can prevent all that. But between work, family, and life—it’s easy to let things slide.

A Smarter, Local Approach to Home Maintenance

We started In House to solve that problem. Our team of licensed techs, handymen, and home experts take care of the everyday stuff before it becomes a big issue.

Here’s how it works:

✅ Seasonal Home Checkups

You get a tailored maintenance plan based on your home’s age, systems, and setup. We schedule and complete key services throughout the year like:

  • Furnace and AC inspections

  • Filter replacements

  • Gutter cleaning and sump pump testing

  • Smoke and CO detector battery changes

  • Plumbing and electrical system checks

🔧 On-Demand Repairs, When You Need Them

When something breaks, you just call or text us. Our members get priority scheduling and discounted rates for:

  • Plumbing issues (drips, clogs, leaks)

  • Electrical fixes

  • Handyman repairs

  • Appliance troubleshooting

  • Emergency calls (we’re fast)

✨ Extra Services at Member Pricing

Want to get your windows washed before spring hits? Need your patio power washed for summer parties? In House members get special pricing on:

  • Power washing

  • Window cleaning (inside & out)

  • Furniture moving and assembly

  • TV mounting

  • Small project help year-round

What You Get as an In House Member

✅ One trusted team to call for anything
✅ Seasonal checklists handled for you
✅ Lower prices on repairs and upgrades
✅ Proactive care that prevents big headaches
✅ A real person who knows your home

What Your Neighbors Are Saying

“We live in Lakeview, and In House has made owning our home way less stressful. They show up on time, know what they’re doing, and take care of stuff I would’ve totally forgotten.”
— Jennifer P., Lakeview

“The discounted rate alone is worth it, but honestly, it’s the peace of mind for me. I don’t have to Google ‘handyman near me’ ever again.”
— Mark L., Evanston

Get Ahead of Home Maintenance (Not Buried by It)

A little preventive care goes a long way. With In House, you don’t have to wait for things to go wrong—we help you stay ahead of the game, all year long.

We’re local. We’re reliable. And we’re ready to help.

Book your free home assessment today

Let’s build a plan for your home that saves you time, money, and stress!

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