Let’s be honest—between work meetings, school drop-offs, and glitter glue disasters (on the dog, the floor, and probably you), who has time to clean a dryer vent or change an air filter?
And if you didn’t even know those needed routine cleaning … you’re not alone.
That’s where HomeFree comes in—a San Diego handyman and home maintenance company proudly staffed by veterans and built for families and their never-ending to-do lists.
HomeFree offers the kind of support every busy household needs:
- On-demand handyman services for small repairs and projects.
- Preventative home maintenance plans that take care of the often forgotten (and let’s be honest, easy-to-ignore) home maintenance tasks that never make it off your to-do list.
We get it — routine home maintenance doesn’t always feel urgent. But putting it off can lead to real consequences. Ignoring the small stuff can turn into big repairs, safety risks, and hours of your time spent fixing something that could’ve easily been prevented.
Think of it this way, you wouldn’t skip your child’s checkup, so why skip your home’s?
Here’s What Happens When You Delay Routine Home Maintenance
Let’s break down what it costs to stay on top of the regular maintenance and repair services that HomeFree offers—and what it might cost if you don’t. Please note that the costs listed below are estimates and may vary based on a home assessment for a more accurate quote.
Home Maintenance Plan Subscribers receive 15% OFF the cost to maintain amounts below!Â
Dryer Vent Cleaning
It is recommended to clean your dryer vent at least once per year. This involves disconnecting and moving the dryer, securing the gas line, brushing and vacuuming the vent and duct to your exterior vent with extensions, wiping everything down, and reconnecting the gas line, ducting, and dryer.
Cost to Maintain: $250
Cost to Replace a Damaged Dryer: $2,500
Cost of Neglect: $8,000+ in damage (plus insurance complications) when a dryer fire starts, caused by lint buildup.
HVAC Filter Replacement
This includes replacing the filter and vacuuming the duct opening, and it is recommended that you change the filter every three months.
Cost to Maintain: $25/filter + the cost of the filter.
Cost of Neglect: Reduced air quality, allergies, respiratory issues, higher energy bills, and potentially $500–$1,500 in HVAC system repairs.
Pressure Washing
Cost to Maintain: It costs approximately $750 to pressure wash the exterior siding, eaves, gutters, and all surfaces on a 2,500 square-foot house. Want to find out the cost to assess your home?
Cost of Neglect: Dingy siding, tracked-in grime, exterior paint damage, wood rot, and repainting or repairs that can cost upwards of $3,000.
Plus, let’s be honest — it just feels good to have the cleanest house on the block. Coastal living comes with its challenges: mold, moss, and mildew build up fast, covering your home’s exterior and outdoor surfaces. Routine pressure washing is a simple, affordable way to stay ahead of it, keeping your home looking sharp and saving you from costly repairs later.
Washing Machine Filter Cleaning and Drum Draining
Cost to Maintain: Approximately $100
Cost of Neglect: Leaks, overflows, or mold behind appliances that could cost hundreds to thousands in repairs and cleanup.
Window and Screen Cleaning
Cost to Maintain: Approximately $150 for exterior windows and screens (based on a 2,500 square foot home).
Cost of Neglect: Clean window screens do more than just look nice — they boost visibility, improve air quality, and help your home stay cooler by promoting better airflow and ventilation. That means you’ll rely less on your AC (hello, lower energy bill!).
Plus, well-maintained screens and frames last longer, saving you the cost and hassle of frequent replacements down the road.
Beyond the numbers, neglecting these routine tasks can lead to:
- Decreased air quality in your home
- Increased risk of fires and water damage
- Unnecessary stress and decision fatigue
- Lost weekends spent tackling chores or waiting for last-minute repairs
If you’re ready to stop saying “I’ll get to it next weekend” and start enjoying a safer, more manageable home, here’s how HomeFree can help, and a breakdown of the services they offer.
Custom Home Maintenance Plans
Choose from quarterly, semi-annual, or annual plans customized to fit your home’s unique needs. Whether you need just one service or want to bundle several, HomeFree offers flexible options that work for you — from pressure washing and window cleaning to dryer vent cleanouts, air filter replacements, and more.
How does the Maintenance Plan work, and what does it cost? The cost of the maintenance plan is based on the service or bundle of services you select and is paid at the time of the scheduled service.
BONUS: Home Maintenance Plan subscribers receive 15% OFF all On-Demand Handyman Services!
On-Demand Handyman Services
Ensure your home is in great condition and up to date with HomeFree handyman services. ​Your veteran-staffed HomeFree team can handle repairs, touch-ups, replacement of old fixtures, installations, and more. Keeping your home feeling fresh and new for years to come.
Custom Projects and Updates
Turn a den into a bedroom by adding a closet, upgrade your garage with new storage solutions, enclose a loft to create a home office, add some style and function to your laundry room with fresh paint and new cabinetry, and much more. If you can dream it, we can likely make it a reality.
Here’s what makes HomeFree different:
Tech-Enabled Convenience
In addition to great and reliable service, HomeFree leverages tech to make managing your home improvement journey even easier. The HomeFree app helps you manage your plan, schedule, build a home to-do list, and access product information and documents.—no sticky notes or forgotten appointments required.
Veteran-Staffed, In-House Teams
Along with their mission of setting a new standard for customer service in home services, HomeFree is committed to providing life-changing career opportunities for those who served and closing the skilled labor gap. That’s why your dedicated HomeFree team is composed exclusively of military veterans who have completed HomeFree’s extensive training program in the trades and customer service.
No subcontractors or outsiders – just highly trained, insured, and friendly HomeFree employees who arrive on time, in uniform, and get the job done right—the first time.
Built for Families
Founded by a San Diego Father and Husband, who knew how frustrating and expensive it could be to manage a home. After dealing with unreliable contractors, delayed projects, and a lack of transparency, he built a company with a mission: To help families stay ahead of repairs, avoid costly surprises, and truly enjoy their homes again.
Are you ready to save time, protect your home (and the people in it), and reclaim your weekends? ⤵️
Two Exclusive Offers for San Diego Moms Readers!
1. Get a FREE Dryer Vent Cleaning (a $250 value!) when you sign up for a HomeFree Maintenance Plan.Â
- Choose a single service or bundle as many services as your home needs – Â you can tailor the services to fit your home and budget. No upfront costs.
- BONUS: All HomeFree Maintenance Plan customers get 15% OFF all handyman services throughout the year.
2. Take 20% off any HomeFree Handyman Service with a 3-hour minimum booking.
Both offers must be booked by June 15 (services can be fulfilled after this date).
San Diego Moms is proud to partner with businesses like HomeFree that are built on integrity, innovation, and a true understanding of what local families need. We only feature brands we trust—and we’re excited for you to experience the HomeFree difference.
We’d love to hear if you give it a try — and how it helps lighten your load. What routine home maintenance task would you happily hand off first?
