Spring Home Maintenance Checklist
Home ownership is rewarding, exciting, and with the proper regular home maintenance your home will last a long time. If this is your first time owning a house or you have owned a house for many years, it is important to do regular and preventative maintenance to keep your home in great shape. The following checklist is available to keep your house in tip top shape.
Exterior
Roof
ㅁ Check for curled, damaged, or missing shingles
ㅁ Examine and insure chimney cap is in good condition
ㅁ Examine flashing around chimneys and vent stacks
Gutters and Downspouts
ㅁ Inspect for leaks along seams and corners of gutters
ㅁ Check the condition of paint on gutters, if applicable
ㅁ Check that downspouts drain away from the home
ㅁ Clean gutters and downspouts
Exterior Walls
ㅁ Clean Dryer Vent
ㅁ Check exterior painted surfaces for mildew or peeling
ㅁ Inspect exterior wood for insect damage
ㅁ Inspect exterior blocks or bricks for cracked mortar
ㅁ Check siding for loose or missing pieces and for signs of mildew
Garage
ㅁ Lubricate (Oil or grease) garage door hardware
ㅁ Inspect garage for signs of pests or rodents
ㅁ Inspect garage for water damage
Exterior Windows and Doors
ㅁ Verify all windows and doors open and close properly
ㅁ Inspect glass doors and windows for loose putty around glass panes
ㅁ Inspect windows and glass doors for broken or cracked glass
ㅁ Verify all latches on pivots on windows and doors are in good working order
ㅁ Visually inspect sliding doors and verify door tracks are in good working order
ㅁ Lubricate and clean sliding door tracks
ㅁ Door Hinges - tighten screws and lubricate
ㅁ Replace storm windows with window screens
ㅁ Examine weather stripping for damage and replace if not in good working order
Yard and Grounds
ㅁ Visually inspect outdoor patio, decks, and porches for loose boards or parts
ㅁ Repair, power wash, refinish, and seal decks and porches
ㅁ Check deck and porches for protruding nails; reset any protruding nails
ㅁ Examine window wells for proper drainage and clean them
ㅁ Trim any tree branches that scrape against the house
ㅁ Pest Control - perform routine seasonal pest control
ㅁ Check walkways and driveways for cracking and settling and perform repairs
Interior
Basement
ㅁ Verify sump pump and valves are in good working order
ㅁ Inspect basement to check for signs of water - wet surfaces or puddles
ㅁ Dust and vacuum basement surfaces
ㅁ Examine basement floor drain and verify drain is working properly
ㅁ Examine basement for moisture, leaks, termites, and wood rot
Heating and Cooling
ㅁ Replace air filters as needed
ㅁ Examine dehumidifier
ㅁ Inspect heating system and verify it is in good working order
ㅁ Examine air conditioning system
Attic
ㅁ Verify for proper insulation thickness and ventilation is occurring
ㅁ Visually inspect attic for mold
ㅁ Visually inspect for signs of animal or rodent infestation
ㅁ Examine for signs of a roof leak
Fire Safety
ㅁ Confirm expiration dates on fire extinguishers and replace expired ones
ㅁ Test and maintain fire extinguishers, smoke, and carbon monoxide alarms
ㅁ Visually inspect smoke and carbon monoxide (CO) alarms
ㅁ Replace batteries if needed on smoke and CO alarms
