Seasonal Maintenance Schedule

Some items in your new home require maintenance at regular intervals to keep working properly and stay in top condition. The information that follows contains maintenance suggestions for your home which are subject to your individual comfort and skill level. If you do not feel comfortable conducting any of the suggested maintenance items, please consider hiring a professional to complete the work. Some items may not be applicable to your home therefore this list is meant to be a reference guide subject to your home’s unique aspects. 

There will be various brochures and manuals left in your home and we recommend that you take the time to read each of them to ensure familiarity with the information and instructions contained therein.  Manuals relating to your HVAC equipment are typically left with the furnace.

General Maintenance Checklist

Monthly Maintenance

17. Check smoke/CO detectors for proper operation. 
18. Test ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) receptacles by pressing the test button followed by pressing reset button.
19. Prevent grease clogs in kitchen sink by running hot water 5-10 minutes.
20. Clean or replace furnace filter and ensure drainage hose is unblocked (approx. every 3 months)
21. Check/clean HRV filters. 

Fall – Exterior Inspection

17. Shut off the water to outside taps and drain and remove hoses from all hose bibs.
18. Oil moving parts of garage doors, lubricate exterior door locks and latches.
19. Install downspout extensions if necessary.

Winter – Exterior Maintenance

17. Remove any ice build-up in the eaves trough to prevent ice backing up on the roof and rainwater overflowing the troughs.
18. Remove excess snow buildup on the roof.
19. Oil moving parts of garage door, lubricate balloon seal as needed (can freeze to concrete floor)
20. Ensure roof vents are not blocked by snow or ice.
21. Ensure Hot Water Tank and Furnace vent pipes are not covered or clogged with snow.

Spring/Summer Exterior Inspection

17. Remove accumulated debris from eaves troughs, check for clogged elbows and downspouts, check for loose joints and leaks.
18. Visually inspect roof for loose, missing, or damaged shingles. Inspect flashing for loose areas.  
19. Lubricate hinges and hardware on the garage roll up door and inspect condition of balloon seal below door.
20. Check exterior caulking, remove crumbling caulking, clean, and apply new caulking where doors and windows meet siding or brick.
21. Check exterior ventilation grills and vents for blockage and proper ventilation, as well as missing or stuck flaps.
22. Check windows for smooth operation lubricating moving parts if required, and check screens for holes or tears.
23. Turn on exterior water taps and check for leaks.
24. Check clothes dryer vent for blockages.
25. Remove any uninhabited bird nests. 
26. Check that downspouts are in the proper position, discharging away from the foundation.
27. Inspect all exterior doors for smooth operation and functional locks- Tighten loose hinges, lubricate if needed and check condition of weather-stripping.
28. Oil moving parts of the garage roll up door. 
29. Vacuum inside registers to prevent any blockage of air and air return grills.
30. Clean dehumidifier (if applicable)
31. Clean and vacuum bathroom/laundry exhaust fans 

Spring/Summer – Interior Inspection

17. Clean range hood filter 
18. Clean smoke/ CO detectors by vacuuming unit.
19. Arrange for annual inspection of furnace and air conditioner system if equipped.
20. Replace humidifier pad.
21. Check bathtub and shower caulking and replace if necessary.
22. Inspect floor drains for clogs, debris, or odor (add water to drain if odor occurs)