HOME CARE CHECKLIST:  A QUICK GUIDE TO HOME MAINTENANCE

 

 

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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