Abstract:
Information regarding an item requiring maintenance, for example, a house, is received. The information includes at least one specification for the item. For example, where the item is a house, the information could include house plans. The information is stored in an electronic database, and access thereto is provided to a user. For example, the access could be provided via a global computer network. Additional information is provided to the user regarding at least one of repairs, maintenance, upgrades, add-ons, replacements, and costs for work respecting the item, based on the item information stored in the electronic database.