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Seasonal Home Maintenance Checklist
A seasonal checklist to protect your home from expensive repairs. Print it or use the interactive checkboxes below.
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Spring maintenance
| Task | Cost if skipped | Done |
|---|---|---|
| Service HVAC systemAnnually | High risk$1,000+ repair | |
| Clean gutters and downspoutsTwice yearly | High risk$5,000+ foundation damage | |
| Inspect roof for winter damageAnnually | High riskLeak damage | |
| Check exterior paint and sidingAnnually | Wood rot, water damage | |
| Test sprinkler systemAnnually | Dry spots, water waste | |
| Clean dryer ventAnnually | High riskFire hazard | |
| Check window and door sealsAnnually | Energy waste | |
| Flush water heaterAnnually | Reduced lifespan |
Summer maintenance
| Task | Cost if skipped | Done |
|---|---|---|
| Replace HVAC filterEvery 90 days | High risk$1,000+ repair | |
| Clean refrigerator coilsTwice yearly | Energy waste, compressor failure | |
| Inspect and clean deck or patioAnnually | Wood rot | |
| Check irrigation systemMonthly in season | Water waste | |
| Test smoke and CO detectorsMonthly | High riskSafety risk | |
| Clean garbage disposalMonthly | Odors, clogs | |
| Inspect caulking around tubs and showersAnnually | Water damage, mold | |
| Clean range hood filterEvery 3 months | Grease buildup, fire risk |
Fall maintenance
| Task | Cost if skipped | Done |
|---|---|---|
| Clean gutters (again)Twice yearly | High risk$5,000+ foundation damage | |
| Service furnace before winterAnnually | High riskEfficiency loss, breakdown | |
| Check fire extinguisherAnnually | High riskSafety risk | |
| Winterize sprinkler systemAnnually | High riskPipe damage | |
| Seal gaps and cracks in foundationAnnually | Pest entry, drafts | |
| Clean chimney and inspect flueAnnually | High riskFire hazard | |
| Test sump pumpEvery 3 months | Basement flooding | |
| Drain outdoor faucetsAnnually | High riskFrozen pipes |
Winter maintenance
| Task | Cost if skipped | Done |
|---|---|---|
| Replace HVAC filterEvery 90 days | High risk$1,000+ repair | |
| Check for ice dams on roofAfter storms | High riskRoof and ceiling damage | |
| Test smoke and CO detectorsMonthly | High riskSafety risk | |
| Check water heater anode rodEvery 2-3 years | Tank corrosion | |
| Inspect attic for proper insulationAnnually | Heat loss, ice dams | |
| Clean humidifier (if equipped)Monthly in season | Mold, bacteria | |
| Check garage door sealsAnnually | Cold drafts, pest entry | |
| Inspect pipes for freezing riskMonthly | High riskBurst pipes |
Monthly tasks
| Task | Cost if skipped | Done |
|---|---|---|
| Test smoke and carbon monoxide detectorsMonthly | High riskSafety risk | |
| Run water in unused drainsMonthly | Sewer gas entry | |
| Check for water leaks under sinksMonthly | Water damage, mold | |
| Clean HVAC vents and registersMonthly | Poor air quality | |
| Inspect fire extinguisher gaugeMonthly | High riskSafety risk |
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