Suggested
Home Maintenance
(Print this and use as a check list)
Annual Interior Chores
Clean and seal
tile grout
Inspect plumbing
shutoff valves
Inspect toilets
for stability, do not over tighten flange bolts
"Exercise"
circuit breakers (be careful!!!)
Vacuum smoke
alarms
Vacuum refrigerator
coils
Inspect fireplace
flue for glossy build up of creosote and have it cleaned regularly
Inspect fireplace
firebrick and mortar of cracks and deterioration
Monthly Interior Chores
Inspect and clean faucet aerators and shower heads
Clean frost-free
refrigerator drain pan
Inspect dishwasher
for leaks
Clean kitchen
exhaust fan filters
Grind ice
cubes in disposal
Check and
replace, if needed, heating system air filter
Drain 1 to
2 gallons of water from water heater (Be careful, this water is hot!!!)
Maintain drains
with baking soda or hot water, not with chemical drain openers
Pour water
down unused drains
Inspect foundation,
pipes, vents and ducts visible from inside
Heating,
Cooling and Hot Water
Most HVAC systems maintenance should be done twice a year,
once before the heating season and once before the cooling season, where
appropriate.
General furnace inspection. Look for rust, scaling on heat exchanger, proper color flame. Note odd sounds or smells. Check condition of venting
Test for proper draft at furnace and/or water heater diverter, examine flue for leaks, rust, damage.
Examine pressure-temperature relief valve for leaking, and test, if desired.
Arrange for appropriate regular servicing and cleaning.
Additional, for hot water heating systems:
drain expansion tank
check water level, pressure
check drip pan, if applicable, for signs of tank leakage
Monthly Safety Tests
Automatic garage door opener
GFCI receptacles
and GFCI circuit breakers
Smoke alarms
General inspection
of heating unit and water heater
Test pressure-temperature
relief valve located on top, or on the side of, hot water heater(s)
Spring and Fall Exterior Chores
Rake debris away from side of house and other structures
Clean out gutters,
if applicable
Check gutters,
down spouts and roof penetrations for leaks, if applicable
Check and repair,
if needed, caulk around exterior
Treat wood gutters,
if applicable
Note any cracks
in foundation, brick or stucco
Scrub mildewed
areas of house
Clean gaps between
deck boards above joists
Clean around
air conditioner compressor
Inspect and
replace weather striping, if needed
Inspect and
lubricate windows for emergency egress, if needed
Clean out under
decks and porches if applicable
Inspect and
repair glazing compound, if needed
Clean out basement
window well, if applicable
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