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Home Maintenance Through The Year

 

Overlooked by many Home Inspectors and Home Owners is the operation and maintenance of the home.  Ongoing maintenance of the various systems of the home is also crucial to the health and well being of the occupants.  A monthly schedule for the calendar year is provided as a rough guide for you to follow.
         

Monthly Maintenance Tasks
January February March April May June
July August September October November December

 

 

January

 
Heating system Inspect
Filters Inspect, clean or replace
Garage door Check automatic reverse
GFCI Check for proper operation

 

February (top)

 
Heating system Inspect
Filters Inspect, clean or replace
Garage door Check automatic reverse
Floor drains If no trap primer, fill with water 
GFCI Check for proper operation
Breakers Inspect and check for proper operation
Vacuum system Inspect hoses, outlets etc. and empty bag

 

March (top)

 
Heating system Inspect
Filters Inspect, clean or replace
Exterior vents Inspect
Garage door Check automatic reverse
GFCI Check for proper operation
Sump pump Inspect and clean
Plumbing Complete inspection
Exterior Drains Clean leaves and debris
Windows and doors Inspect and clean

 

April (top)

 
Heating system Inspect
Filters Inspect, clean or replace
Roofing Inspect roofing and flashings
Drainage Inspect surface drainage 
Landscaping Spring preparation
Lawnmower Perform spring tune-up
Garage door Check automatic reverse
Sidewalks Inspect for settlement and trip hazards
Porches Check for deterioration and safety
Exterior drains Clean leaves and debris
Exterior faucets Re-open water flow
GFCI Check for proper operation
Exterior outlets Verify functionality and safety
Basement Inspect for cracks and leaks
Fire and safety Inspect and test

 

May (top)

 
Filters Inspect, clean or replace
Dehumidifier Dehumidifier start-up
Air conditioning Inspect and clean
Sheds Inspect
Fencing Inspect general condition
Gutters Clean and inspect
Patio furniture General inspection
Outdoor playground General safety inspection
Lawnmower Perform spring tune-up
Sidewalks Inspect for settlement and trip hazards
Porches Check for deterioration and safety
Balconies and decks Check for deterioration and safety
Garage door Check automatic reverse
GFCI Check for proper operation
Exterior Drains Clean leaves and debris
Floor Drains If no trap primer, fill with water 
Attic Inspect for damage, vermin
Structural Inspect structural components
Vacuum system Inspect filtration system and empty bag

 

June (top)

 
Filters Inspect, clean or replace
Exterior wall finishes General Inspection
Windows Wash window panes
Foundation Check exterior foundation walls
Caulking Inspect and re-caulk if necessary
Garage door Adjust and lubricate, check automatic reverse
GFCI Check for proper operation
Exterior drains Clean leaves and debris
Crawl Space Check for proper ventilation, vermin
Basement Provide proper ventilation, dehumidifier

 

July (top)

 
Air conditioning Inspect and clean
Filters Inspect, clean or replace
Garage door Check automatic reverse
Water heater Check safety valve, drain tank
Septic tank Check level of tank
Exterior drains Clean leaves and debris
GFCI Check for proper operation
Basement Provide proper ventilation, dehumidifier
Washer Check hose connections, filters and faucets
Dryer Clean ducting and exhaust vent
Refrigerator Defrost, remove dust from coils

 

August (top)

 
Filters Inspect, clean or replace
Garage door Check automatic reverse
Exterior drains Clean leaves and debris
Floor drains If no trap primer, fill with water 
GFCI Check for proper operation
Breakers Inspect and check for proper operation
Windows and doors Inspect and clean
Basement Provide proper ventilation, dehumidifier
Vacuum system Inspect filtration system and empty bag

 

September (top)

 
Filters Inspect, clean or replace
Air conditioning Winter shutdown
Garage door Check automatic reverse
Exterior finishes General Inspection
GFCI Check for proper operation
Plumbing Complete inspection
Sump pump Inspect and clean
Exterior drains Clean leaves and debris
Fireplace Complete inspection and cleaning
Weather stripping Check fit and repair

 

October (top)

 
Filters Inspect, clean or replace
Humidifier Fall tune-up
Heating system Servicing and cleaning
Heat vents Clean
Firewood Purchase and store outside
Roofing Inspect roofing and flashings
Gutters Clean and inspect
Caulking Inspect and re-caulk if necessary
Landscaping Winter preparation
Patio furniture Winterize and store away
Snow removal Make arrangements for snow removal
Lawnmower Perform fall tune-up and store
Garage door Check automatic reverse
GFCI Check for proper operation
Exterior drains Clean leaves and debris
Fire and safety Inspect and test Smoke and CO Detectors

 

November (top)

 
Filters Inspect, clean or replace
Dehumidifier Dehumidifier seasonal shutoff
Humidifier Inspect and clean
Heating system Inspect
Exterior vents Inspect and lubricate
Garage door Check automatic reverse
GFCI Check for proper operation
Exterior faucets Turn off water flow to faucets
Floor drains If no trap primer, fill with water 
Attic Inspect for damage, vermin
Vacuum system Inspect filtration system and empty bag

 

December (top)

 
Filters Inspect, clean or replace
Heating system Inspect
Garage door Adjust and lubricate, check auto. reverse
Water heater Check safety valve
GFCI Check for proper operation
Cabinets Service drawer tracks and adjust doors
Carpeting Seasonal cleaning
  
 

 
   
     
 

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