SEASONAL MAINTENANCE

Here are some seasonal home maintenance tips to get you started.
This will save you expensive home repairs and inconveniences.

Spring Maintenance

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THINGS TO DO AS THE WEATHER

STARTS TO WARM

 

  • Change furnace filter (monthly basis)
  • Check for ground settlement around foundation and fill where needed
  • Check smoke and carbon monoxide detectors (change batteries annually)
  • Clean around AC compressor units (always leave 12” clearance around the unit)
  • Inspect air conditioning unit for proper operation
  • Inspect granite & marble countertops; re-seal as needed
  • Inspect exterior paint, stain or siding, putty and caulking
  • Inspect exterior plumbing fixtures for any signs of leakage
  • Inspect shower and tub caulking; re-caulk as needed
  • Inspect eaves and gutters; clean as needed
  • Lubricate door hinges with silicone spray
  • Turn on all water supply to exterior hose bibs.

Fall Maintenance

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PREPARE YOUR HOME FOR

THE UPCOMING WINTER SEASON

 

  • Change furnace filter (monthly basis)
  • Check smoke and carbon monoxide detectors (change batteries annually)
  • Check furnace for proper functioning (don’t wait until it gets cold!)
  • Clean eaves, gutters and downspouts of all debris
  • Inspect roof for damaged shingles (from a ladder, do not walk on your roof!)
  • Inspect dryer vent clean out lint and debris
  • Inspect granite & marble countertops; re-seal as needed
  • Test gas fireplace operation (Note: First time use, run for at least one hour)
  • Clean out window weep holes
  • Turn off all water supply to exterior hose bibs.
  • Drain all bleeder caps

Summer Maintenance

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EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO CARE

FOR YOUR HOME THROUGH

THE SUMMER MONTHS

 

  • Change furnace filter (monthly basis)
  • Check if pest control is necessary around your home
  • Check drain swales for proper flow
  • Check smoke and carbon monoxide detectors (change batteries annually)
  • Inspect caulked areas; re-caulk as needed
  • Inspect and clear downspouts/splash pads for proper drainage
  • Inspect shower and tub caulking; re-caulk as needed
  • Inspect weather stripping on all doors
  • Test GFCI receptacles
  • Test alarm system (if applicable)

Winter Maintenance

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KEEP YOUR HOME RUNNING SMOOTHLY

THOUGH THE COLDEST TIME OF YEAR

 

  • Change furnace filter (monthly basis)
  • Check drainage yard swales for proper flow
  • Check smoke and carbon monoxide detectors (change batteries annually)
  • Test GFCI receptacles
  • Check all window weep holes for debris; clean if dirty
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