Keep your new home beautiful!
These home maintenance tips add to the beauty of your new home - and also help protect it.
Spring Checklist
- Change Furnace Filter (Monthly)
- Check Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Detectors
- Clean Aerators on Faucets and Shower Heads
- Inspect Air-Conditioning Unit for Proper Operation
- Inspect Backsplash Caulking and Re-Caulk as Needed
- Inspect Shower and Tub Caulking and Re-Caulk as Needed
- Test GFCI receptacles
- Fertilize your lawn, keep excess off of your concrete as this can stain the surface
- Inspect Exterior Paint, Stain or Siding, Putty & Caulking
- Clean Fins on Outside AC Condensing Unit
- Check Drainage Swales for Proper Rain Water Flow
- Check for Evidence of Termites
- Inspect the Roof and Roof Vents
- Re-Seal Wood Fences
- Review your home warranty manual
Summer Checklist
- Change Air Conditioner Intake Filter (Monthly)
- Check Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Detectors
- Have Carpet Cleaned
- Use Wood Conditioner on All Wood Cabinets
- Inspect Backsplash Caulking and Re-Caulk as Needed
- Lubricate Door Hinges with Silicone Spray
- Monitor Secondary A/C Drain
- Test GFCI receptacles
- Lubricate Rollers & Guides on Garage Door & Opener
- Fertilize your lawn, keep excess off of your concrete as this can stain the surface
- Adequately water the lawn as needed
- Water Foundation to Maintain Constant Moisture in Dry Seasons
- Seed and Feed Lawn
- Deep Water Shrubs and Trees
- Check Drainage Swales for Proper Rain Water Flow
- Review your home warranty manual
Fall Checklist
- Change Furnace Filter (Monthly)
- Check Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Detectors
- Clean Aerators on Faucets and Shower Heads
- Inspect Weather-stripping on All Doors
- Inspect Backsplash Caulking and Re-Caulk as Needed
- Test GFCI receptacles
- Inspect Furnace for Proper Operation
- Inspect Shower and Tub Caulking and Re-Caulk as Needed
- Inspect Dryer Vent for Lint and Debris
- Seed and feed lawn
- Water Foundation to Maintain Constant Moisture in Dry Seasons
- Rake and Compost Leaves
- Check Drainage Swales for Proper Rain Water Flow
- Inspect the Roof and Roof Vents
- Review your home warranty manual
Winter Checklist
- Apply Pest Control (Annually)
- Change Furnace Filter (Monthly)
- Check Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Detectors
- Have Carpet Cleaned
- Test GFCI receptacles
- Lubricate door hinges, latches and harware
- Use Wood Conditioner on All Wood Cabinets
- Inspect Backsplash Caulking and Re-Caulk as Needed
- Inspect Shower and Tub Caulking and Re-Caulk as Needed
- Re-Caulk Control Joints in Driveway
- Keep garage door closed to cut down heat loss.
- Seed and Feed Lawn
- Drain Outside Faucets and Remove all Hoses
- Check Drainage Swales for Proper Rain Water Flow
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Review your home warranty manual
