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Seasonal Home Maintenance Schedule
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Seasonal Home Maintenance Schedule
Spring
SpringSpring
Spring
Turn OFF gas furnace/fireplace pilot lights.
Test sump pump before spring thaw.
Clean chimney if needed.
Clear gutters & downspouts & be sure water flows away from the
foundation. Fix any leaks or misalignment.
Clean windows, replace storm windows with screens- fix as
needed.
Daylight Savings–turn on & off circuit breakers & shutoff valves
& test GFI outlets. Check smoke & carbon monoxide detectors
& replace batteries annually.
Test temperature and pressure relief valve on hot water tank–
consult your owner’s manual on how to do it.
Flush out hot water tank to remove any sediment– check the
owner’s manual on how to do it.
Vacuum under refrigerator and clean condenser coils-&
Defrost freezer whenever frost is 1/4” thick.
Clean out basement window wells & under decks.
Tune up lawnmower.
Rake & aerate lawn.
Summer
SummerSummer
Summer
Pump septic tank.
Repair any cracks in foundation, siding or roof.
Clean faucet aerators and shower heads.
Check and repair caulk and grout in bathroom or kitchen.
Re-glaze windows if needed.
Monitor basement humidity– less than 60%.
Clean or replace any air conditioning filters.
Check basement pipes for condensation– insulate cold water
pipes and reduce humidity.
Check air conditioning system– clean filters & service every 2
yrs.
Seal off any holes in exterior that could be entry point for small
pests and bugs.
Remove any plants/roots that penetrate the siding or brick.
Inspect pipes for leaks.
Test GFI outlets for proper operations-especially
after any lightening storms.
Clean and lubricate sliding door tracks and
garage door tracks.
Fall
FallFall
Fall
Clean and store patio furniture.
Trim trees touching roof or gutters.
Check & clean the gutters and downspouts again for accumu-
lated seeds and leaves.
Drain outside water spigots and store hoses.
Check caulk and weather stripping around windows and doors–
repair as needed. Make sure all close properly.
Check chimney flues for obstructions/bird nests.
Service heating system annually-well running furnace will in-
crease efficiency.
Prune and trim trees & shrubs and remove debris that may at-
tract insects/pest within 1 foot of your house.
Rake and fertilize the lawn.
Sharpen lawn mower blades.
Check snow blower is in working order.
Clean, sharpen & store garden tools.
Turn gas pilot light ON.
Replace screens with storm windows.
If you don’t have one yet, get a programmable thermostat and
program it to fit your schedule– will save you
money and be comfortable temperature when you
wake up or return from work.
Winter
WinterWinter
Winter
Pour water down seldom used drains.
Clean out dishwasher food filters.
Daylight Savings–turn on & off circuit
breakers & shutoff valves & test GFI outlets.
Test smoke and carbon monoxide detectors.
Clean kitchen and bathroom exhaust fans.
Clean humidifiers 2-3 times during the season.
Check fire escape routes, door and window locks and lighting
around house to be safe.
Watch that any air vents indoor and outdoor are not blocked by
snow or debris.
Check furnace filters monthly– change as needed.
Test well water annually.
If you haven’t changed all yet, change out 5 lights to Compact
Fluorescent Lights (CFL).
Use LED lights at the holidays– saves money.
If you need to replace any appliances–
look for Energy Star label to save money
for many years.
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A safe & healthy home must be maintained to stay that way.
A safe & healthy home must be maintained to stay that way.A safe & healthy home must be maintained to stay that way.
A safe & healthy home must be maintained to stay that way.
Every home is unique so here are just some things that you may need to do seasonally.
Every home is unique so here are just some things that you may need to do seasonally.Every home is unique so here are just some things that you may need to do seasonally.
Every home is unique so here are just some things that you may need to do seasonally.