By using our Home Maintenance Checklist can save you time and ease your burden!

 

HOME EXTERIOR MAINTENANCE

Home Exterior Areas that Most Likely Need Servicing:

• Clean gutters and downspouts and repair and/or caulk where needed. The gutter and downspout system should keep water from pooling around the foundation where it can create a moisture problem
• Clean window and door screens
• Clean all exhaust vents as necessary (kitchen, furnace, water heater, etc…)
• Test and inspect all exterior lights and receptacles for condition and proper operation
• Clean and reseal (if applicable) walkways, drives, patios and decks
• Clean window wells
• Change the oil and to lubricate all of the moving parts of your lawn equipment
• Test and inspect lawn sprinkler system to ensure it works properly
• Fertilize lawn and garden areas
• Over seed lawn areas
• Clean our debris in doorways, window wells and storm drains
• Inspect and clean swimming pool and spa

 

Home Exterior Areas that Most Likely Need Servicing:

• Inspect walls and masonry for cracks and subsidence
• Inspect the roof for damage or loose shingles
• Examine flashings around chimneys, vents and roof edges
• Check vents for free air movement and clean all filters and screens
• Inspect all caulking around windows, doors, siding and flashings etc…for deterioration and damage; repair where necessary
• Inspect door and window frames, siding and trim for cracks
• Check weather-stripping on windows and doors for damage and tightness
• Examine all hardware on windows and doors and lubricate moving parts
• Check exterior wood work for termite tubes and/or damage
• Ensure that ventilation of exterior air conditioning condenser unit is not blocked be plants, debris or shrubs
• Inspect paint for paint failure, water damage and/or mildew
• Inspect exterior mounted hardware including antennas, satellite dish & mail boxes etc…
• Check woodwork for rot and insects etc…
• Inspect the driveway and walkways for cracks, erosion and/or settling
• Check fences, gates and retaining walls for structural and material condition

 

HOME INTERIOR MAINTENANCE

Home Interior Areas that Most Likely Need Servicing:

• Have heating and air conditioning systems serviced according the manufacturers specifications
• Clean and test all smoke detectors
• Clean and test all carbon monoxide detectors
• Refill water softener with proper iodized salts
• Open safety vale at top of hot water tank to test for proper operation
• Clean and inspect oven for proper operation

 

Home Interior Areas that Most Likely Need Servicing:

• Clean or replace the filters in your heating and air conditioning systems
• Change the batteries on smoke and carbon monoxide detectors
• Inspect the attic, ceilings and roof overhang for water damage
• Inspect paint for wear or cracking
• Inspect the seals on windows and doors
• Inspect caulking of ceramic tile and around the tub and sink areas as well
• Inspect exposed wiring and cords for wear and fraying
• Check interior wood work for termite tubes or damage