Maintain and Maximize the Value of Your Home

Fall Home Maintenance Checklist

• Seal, patch blacktop drive
• Check, tighten and adjust fences, gates and doors
• Fill all sinks, drain and check for leaks
• Check toilet for leaks
• Change indoor air filters
• Check and tighten all light fixtures, wall plugs and wall switches
• Align and adjust all cabinet doors
• Check trim and woodwork for scratches, cracks or pulling away
• Flush hot water heater and refill
• Check crawl–space for moisture and leaks
• Check and clean air registers and grills
• Check fire extinguishers
• Clean dryer vents and exhaust vents
• Inspect roof for missing shingles and gaps around pipes and corners
• Remove outside hoses and winterize spigots
• Check linoleum for rips, tears and curling
• Check for erosion or shifting around house
• Bury any exposed sprinkler, wiring or cable lines

Winter Home Maintenance Checklist

• Turn on and test gas fireplaces
• Check all pipes to prevent freezing
• Set floor registers and grills to maximize airflow
• Tighten handrails and grab bars
• Check appliance cords, plugs and fixtures for damage or overload
• Test GFCI’s for functionality and safety
• Home safety check: trip hazards, loose carpet, loose steps, concrete, hanging &
  wires, slippery surfaces, holes, splinters, etc…
• Check all faucets and sinks for leaks and drainage
• Run and check garbage disposal
• Tighten door handles, hinge screws

Spring Home Maintenance Checklist

• Check outdoor paint for peeling, cracking and coverage
• Inspect attic for insulation and leak stains
• Inspect weather stripping, thresholds, transitions, and windows
• Inspect exterior trim, gutters, and downspouts
• Review storage area and move temperature sensitive material to warmer areas
• Check outdoor faucets, hoses and spigots for leaks
• Clean gutters
• Remove storm windows and install screens
• Test smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detectors, if needed change batteries.
• Tighten handrails and grab bars

Summer Home Maintenance Checklist

• Clean and adjust ceiling fans
• Change hose and nozzle washers start up and check for leaks
• Remove storm windows & install screens
• Trim and shape shrubbery
• General exterior cleanup
• Clean, inspect and reattach gutters as required
• Change indoor air filters
• Tighten screws and nails on decks and patios
• Clean and seal all decks and railings
• Seal cracks in concrete
• Sharpen lawnmower blades
• Repair drywall dings and use touch–up paint
• Clean out fridge condenser coils and drip pan
• Start up sprinklers and check each zone
• Turn on exterior house faucets
• Inspect chimney cap and masonry