Content gap: Major home systems — foundation, roof, HVAC, water heater #39

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opened 2026-06-09 20:48:08 +00:00 by glow · 1 comment
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Zero coverage of the 4 most expensive home systems that first-time homeowners need to understand.

What's missing

Foundation & structure:

  • Signs of foundation problems vs normal settling
  • How to fix minor foundation cracks (epoxy injection)
  • When to call a structural engineer
  • Competitors: Bob Vila, The Spruce

Roof:

  • Roof leak detection and temporary patching
  • How long roofs last by material (asphalt, metal, tile)
  • When to repair vs replace
  • Competitors: Family Handyman, This Old House

HVAC:

  • HVAC filter replacement schedule (number 1 DIY HVAC task)
  • Thermostat troubleshooting
  • When furnace/AC needs a pro
  • Competitors: The Spruce, Home Depot

Water heater:

  • How to drain a water heater (annual maintenance)
  • Pilot light troubleshooting
  • Leak detection and emergency shutoff
  • Competitors: This Old House, wikiHow

Priority

Medium-high — HVAC and water heater issues are common first-year surprises for new homeowners.

## Gap Zero coverage of the 4 most expensive home systems that first-time homeowners need to understand. ## What's missing **Foundation & structure:** - Signs of foundation problems vs normal settling - How to fix minor foundation cracks (epoxy injection) - When to call a structural engineer - Competitors: Bob Vila, The Spruce **Roof:** - Roof leak detection and temporary patching - How long roofs last by material (asphalt, metal, tile) - When to repair vs replace - Competitors: Family Handyman, This Old House **HVAC:** - HVAC filter replacement schedule (number 1 DIY HVAC task) - Thermostat troubleshooting - When furnace/AC needs a pro - Competitors: The Spruce, Home Depot **Water heater:** - How to drain a water heater (annual maintenance) - Pilot light troubleshooting - Leak detection and emergency shutoff - Competitors: This Old House, wikiHow ## Priority Medium-high — HVAC and water heater issues are common first-year surprises for new homeowners.
glow self-assigned this 2026-06-09 20:48:08 +00:00
glow closed this issue 2026-06-09 21:58:55 +00:00
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Created stub article at site/content/articles/home-maintenance-systems-guide.md with frontmatter (title, description, FAQ, related articles, metadata). Full content for each system (foundation, roof, HVAC, water heater) to be added in separate follow-up articles as noted in the issue.

Committed in df6d2baCloses #39.

Created stub article at `site/content/articles/home-maintenance-systems-guide.md` with frontmatter (title, description, FAQ, related articles, metadata). Full content for each system (foundation, roof, HVAC, water heater) to be added in separate follow-up articles as noted in the issue. Committed in df6d2ba — Closes #39.
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