YEARLY HOME MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE

MONTHLY
• Test smoke detectors
• Test GFCI outlets

SPRING
• Check caulking and weather-stripping around doors and windows. Repair or replace, if necessary (twice per year.)
• Inspect exterior siding and trim for cracks and openings. Fill with caulk, if necessary (twice per year.)
• Clean leaves and tree debris from gutters (quarterly.)
• Trim vegetation (i.e., shrubs and trees) away from house and roof contact (twice per year.)
• Drain or partially drain water heater (twice per year.) Follow manufacturer's recommendation.
• Examine furnace filters. Replace, if necessary (quarterly.)
• Remove lint from clothes dryer exhaust vent (at exterior.)

SUMMER
• Clean leaves and tree debris from gutters (quarterly.)
• Inspect exterior siding and trim for peeling paint or exposed wood. Prep and paint, if necessary (twice per year.)
• Clean / vacuum A/C condenser grill and interior.
• Remove moss and tree debris from roof. Repair / replace damaged shingles / shakes / flashing, if necessary.
• Check perimeter foundation for cracks / water penetration. Fill with sealant, if necessary.
• Examine furnace filters, Replace, if necessary (quarterly.)
• Have furnace professionally cleaned and serviced (at least once every two years.)
• Inspect crawlspace for plumbing leaks and pest infestation (i.e., rodents and insects.)
• Remove lint from clothes dryer exhaust vent (at exterior.)

FALL
• Winterize exterior faucets.
• Check caulking and weather-stripping around doors and windows. Repair or replace, if necessary (twice per year.)
• Inspect exterior siding and trim for cracks and openings. Fill with caulk, if necessary (twice per year.)
• Inspect exterior siding and trim for peeling paint or exposed wood. Prep and paint, if necessary (twice per year.)
• Clean leaves and tree debris from gutters (quarterly.)
• Trim vegetation (i.e., shrubs and trees) away from house and roof contact (twice per year.)
• Drain or partially drain water heater (twice per year.) Follow manufacturer's recommendation.
• Examine furnace filters. Replace, if necessary (quarterly.)
• Remove lint from clothes dryer exhaust vent (at exterior.)

WINTER
• Clean refrigerator coils (on the back or underneath) with a vacuum cleaner.
• Clean leaves and tree debris from gutters (quarterly.)
• Examine furnace filters. Replace, if necessary (quarterly.)
• Remove lint from clothes dryer exhaust vent (at exterior.)
• Examine condition of caulk / grout at bathroom showers / tubs. Repair or replace, if necessary.

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