Annual Home Maintenance Checklist

Monthly

• Inspect HVAC and furnace filters; replace every 2-3 months
• Clean range hood filters
• Check water softener
• Look for leaks around toilets and sinks
• Inspect sink drains and remove any clogs
• Vacuum heat registers and vents
• Clean garbage disposal

Biannually

• Deep clean
• Test pressure relief valve on water heater
• Replace batteries in smoke and carbon monoxide detectors
• Vacuum refrigerator coils (depending on age of fridge)

Annually

Spring

• Service your A/C
• Check gutters and drainage
• Roof inspection
• Test your sump pump
• Check grout in bathroom and kitchen
• Check windows and screens
• Inspect sidewalks, walkways, and driveway
• Power-wash siding
• Seed and fertilize lawn
• Inspect kids’ play equipment

Summer

• Clean ducts
• Sweep chimney
• Get heating systems ready
• Clean clothes dryer vent
• Clean garage
• Inspect decks
• Check your siding
• Test lawn irrigation
• Prune trees and shrubs

Fall

• Winterize A/C
• Flush and store hoses
• Check gutters and drainage
• Drain hot water heater
• Look for signs of pests
• Aerate the lawn
• Seal cracks and gaps in windows
• Power-wash siding
• Rake and remove leaves
• Fix driveway cracks or gaps
• Clean window and door screens
• Fix squeaky door handles or loose hinges
• Insulate exposed pipes
• Cover and store outdoor furniture

Winter

• Break icicles
• Watch for ice dams
• Check for drafts
• Remove showerheads and clean
• During thaws, check basement for leaks