This list is courtesy of LGI Homes, one of the best builders in the area!
I think there is one very important item left off the list. It only needs to be done 1x a year. I try to do it on my personal home on New Years day every year..... Change every battery in every smoke detector!
I learned my lesson with changing batteries long ago. All of the smoke detectors are operated by electricity with a battery back up. The smoke detectors "talk" to each other. If one chirps, the next one closest to it chirps, and the next one to it....... Imagine the detector in the middle of the house chirping and alerting the next one each direction and starting a chorus of annoying chirps.
This can happen if the battery gets low in the detector. It is a real challenge trying to find the "original" chirper from the chain of alarms. This type of headache madness can be avoided by putting fresh batteries in all of them the same day of the Year!
Cheers!
Spring Checklist
- Change Furnace Filter (Monthly)
- Check Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Detectors
- Clean Aerators on Faucets and Shower Heads
- Inspect Air-Conditioning Unit for Proper Operation
- Inspect Backsplash Caulking and Re-Caulk as Needed
- Inspect Shower and Tub Caulking and Re-Caulk as Needed
- Test GFCI receptacles
- Fertilize your lawn, keep excess off of your concrete as this can stain the surface
- Inspect Exterior Paint, Stain or Siding, Putty & Caulking
- Clean Fins on Outside AC Condensing Unit
- Check Drainage Swales for Proper Rain Water Flow
- Check for Evidence of Termites
- Inspect the Roof and Roof Vents
- Re-Seal Wood Fences
- Review your home warranty manual
Summer Checklist
- Change Air Conditioner Intake Filter (Monthly)
- Check Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Detectors
- Have Carpet Cleaned
- Use Wood Conditioner on All Wood Cabinets
- Inspect Backsplash Caulking and Re-Caulk as Needed
- Lubricate Door Hinges with Silicone Spray
- Monitor Secondary A/C Drain
- Test GFCI receptacles
- Lubricate Rollers & Guides on Garage Door & Opener
- Fertilize your lawn, keep excess off of your concrete as this can stain the surface
- Adequately water the lawn as needed
- Water Foundation to Maintain Constant Moisture in Dry Seasons
- Seed and Feed Lawn
- Deep Water Shrubs and Trees
- Check Drainage Swales for Proper Rain Water Flow
- Review your home warranty manual
Fall Checklist
- Change Furnace Filter (Monthly)
- Check Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Detectors
- Clean Aerators on Faucets and Shower Heads
- Inspect Weather-stripping on All Doors
- Inspect Backsplash Caulking and Re-Caulk as Needed
- Test GFCI receptacles
- Inspect Furnace for Proper Operation
- Inspect Shower and Tub Caulking and Re-Caulk as Needed
- Inspect Dryer Vent for Lint and Debris
- Seed and feed lawn
- Water Foundation to Maintain Constant Moisture in Dry Seasons
- Rake and Compost Leaves
- Check Drainage Swales for Proper Rain Water Flow
- Inspect the Roof and Roof Vents
- Review your home warranty manual
Winter Checklist
- Apply Pest Control (Annually)
- Change Furnace Filter (Monthly)
- Check Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Detectors
- Have Carpet Cleaned
- Test GFCI receptacles
- Lubricate door hinges, latches and hardware
- Use Wood Conditioner on All Wood Cabinets
- Inspect Backsplash Caulking and Re-Caulk as Needed
- Inspect Shower and Tub Caulking and Re-Caulk as Needed
- Re-Caulk Control Joints in Driveway
- Keep garage door closed to cut down heat loss.
- Seed and Feed Lawn
- Drain Outside Faucets and Remove all Hoses
- Check Drainage Swales for Proper Rain Water Flow
- Review your home warranty manual
