HOME CARE CHECKLIST:  A QUICK GUIDE TO HOME MAINTENANCE

 

 

 Owning a home comes with more than just enjoying your space, it also means taking care of it. Regular maintenance not only keeps your home looking and feeling its best but also prevents costly repairs down the road. This quick guide will walk you through essential home care tasks, helping you stay organized and on top of seasonal and routine maintenance. With a little consistency, you can protect your investment, ensure safety, and create a comfortable place to live year-round.

 

FREQUENCY:

Fall
Winter
Spring
Summer

FALL


 
  • Air Filters
  • Attic
  • Basement
  • Chimney
  • Dehumidifier
  • Electric Motors
  • Fireplace
  • Fuel Oil Tank
  • Hot Water
  • Heater
  • Heating System
  • Kitchen Range Hood
  • Outdoor Furniture
  • Patio/Terrace

 

 

 

ACTIONS/STEPS:

  • Clean, or replace filters.

  • Check for rodents, termites, water stains, cracks, leaks, debris or ash.

  • Look out for loose parts and order supplies for proper function.

  • Sweep, wash or cover surfaces as necessary.

Winter


 

  • Bathroom Tile
  • Exterior Doors
  • Fences
  • Fire/ Smoke/ Fume Alarms
  • Fire Extinguishers
  • Floor Drains
  • Hardwood Floors
  • Refrigerators
  • Sliding Doors
  • Storms/ Screens
  • Walls
  • Windows

 


 

ACTIONS/STEPS:

  • Check for mildew, cracks, loose boards or nails, charge levels and, batteries.

  • Drain, unclog, repair or clean all surfaces that require it.

  • Sweep, wash, reorganize spaces as necessary.

     

Spring


 

  • Attic
  • Basement
  • Downspouts
  • Gutters
  • Brickwork
  • Garage
  • Garage door
  • Plumbing
  • Septic System
  • Sump Pump
  • Septic System
  • Water Pump
  • Water Purifier
  • Vents

 


 

ACTIONS/STEPS:

  • Check for discoloration, obstructions, blistered paint, cracks, water damage, leaks, rust, leaves, termites, and odors.

  •  Sweep, wash, reorganize spaces as necessary.

  •  Drain, unclog, repair or clean all surfaces that require it.

     

Summer


 

  • Blacktop Driveway
  • Central Airconditioner
  • Decks
  • Exterior Paint
  • Grill
  • Retaining Walls
  • Roof
  • Siding
  • Sidewalks
  • Trees
  • Windows Shutters
  • Wood Furniture
  • Wooden Steps

 


 

ACTIONS/STEPS:

  • Check for discoloration, obstructions, blistered paint, cracks, water damage, leaks, rust, leaves, termites, and odors.

  •  Trim shrubs, remove unwanted vegetation.

  •  Pruning, feeding, and insect control for trees.

  •  Clean and wax wood items.

HOME CARE CHECKLIST: A QUICK GUIDE TO HOME MAINTENANCE

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