Maintenance Checklist
Welcome to the Home Inspections Today, LLC maintenance checklist. I’ve pulled together some of the most common maintenance requirements frequently done during the different seasons.
Spring
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Check for any damages on your roof
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Check the fascia and trims for deterioration
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Have an HVAC professional inspect and maintain your systems
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Check your water heater for leaks or rust
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Clean gutters and insulate the attic appropriately
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Clean your kitchen exhaust hood and air filter
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Check shut-off valves at all plumbing fixtures to make sure they work
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Test all AFCI and GFCI devices
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Clean dryer exhaust and damper
Summer
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Check kids playing equipment
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Check your wood deck or concrete patio for deterioration
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Check the nightlights at the top and bottom of all stairs
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Check exterior siding
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Check all window and door locks
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Check your home for water leaks
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Check the water hoses on the clothes washer, refrigerator icemaker and dishwasher for cracks and bubbles
Fall
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Check your home for water leaks
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Have a heating professional check your heating system every year
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Protect your home from frozen pipes
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Run all gas-powered lawn equipment until the fuel is gone
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Test your emergency generator
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Have a certified chimney sweep inspect and clean the flues and check your fireplace damper
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Remove bird nests from chimney flues and outdoor electrical fixtures
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Inspect and clean dust from the covers of your smoke and carbon monoxide alarms
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Make sure the caulking around doors and windows is adequate to reduce heat/cooling loss
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Make sure that the caulking around your bathroom fixtures is adequate to prevent water from seeping into the sub-flooring
Winter
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Clean the gutters and downspouts
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Confirm firewood at least 20 feet away from your home
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Remove screens from windows and install storm windows
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Familiarize responsible family members with the gas main valve and other appliance valves
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Clean the clothes dryer exhaust duct, damper and space under the dryer
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Make sure all electrical holiday decorations have tight connections
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Clean the kitchen exhaust hood and air filter
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Check the water hoses on the clothes washer, refrigerator icemaker and dishwasher for cracks and bubbles
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Check your water heater
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Test all AFCI and GFCI devices