Maintenance checklist |
Follow this checklist for
the maintenance of your home |
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Monthly |
1. During the
summer wash concrete patios and driveways with a
household detergent, if needed. Rinse
thoroughly with water.
2. Run a tray of ice cubes through the garbage
disposal.
3. Test smoke detectors and CO detectors.
4. Clean or change A/C and or Furnace filters.
5. Test garage door photocells.
6. Test Ground Fault Interrupter (GF) circuit
breaker.
7. Clean faucet aerators.
8. Clean out window wells.
9. Check caulking around showers and tubs,
replace if necessary. |
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Quarterly |
1. Inspect your
garage door every three months for loose hinge
screws and repair if necessary. Check for wear
on cables, rollers and hinges. Call a
professional to perform service and additional
checks.
2, Lubricate the moving parts of your garage
door.
3. Drain the water heater. |
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Semi-annually |
1. Have your
heating and cooling system serviced.
2. Hire a professional to flush the A/C unit
primary drain line.
3. Check weather stripping on doors and
windows and repair as needed.
4, Check the garage door for balance. |
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Annually |
1. Check the
condition of caulking, putty and exterior paint.
Paint as needed. (Check for evidence of
termites.)
2. Check cords and plugs of all electrical
appliances for wear. If necessary, have them
repaired or replaced.
3. Check gutters and downspouts for clogs.
4. Replace batteries in smoke detectors and CO
detectors.
5. Clean lint from clothes dryer exhaust pipe.
6. Check door hardware and tighten as needed.
7. Have your carpets professionally cleaned.
8. Check the batteries in your garage door
remote control units. Also check the terminals
in the units for corrosion.
9. Check the batteries in your thermostat
control. |
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Every 3 years (after
warranty) |
1. Have roof
inspected by a professional.
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