A Comprehensive Home Maintenance Checklist for Every Homeowner
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As a homeowner, maintaining your property is essential for its longevity and your comfort. From changing air filters to inspecting chimneys, staying on top of home maintenance tasks can prevent costly repairs and ensure your home runs smoothly year-round. In this blog post, we've compiled a comprehensive home maintenance checklist to help you tackle essential tasks efficiently and effectively.
Monthly Maintenance Tasks:
- Change air filters to ensure proper airflow and system efficiency.
- Replace humidifier filters to maintain indoor air quality.
- Pour bacterial treatment down all plumbing drains to prevent clogs.
- Add water to plumbing fixture P-traps rarely used to prevent odors.
- Add salt to water softeners to keep them functioning optimally.
- Clean the garbage disposal by grinding ice cubes to remove buildup.
- Check outdoor lighting for security to ensure your home is well-lit.
Spring and Fall Maintenance Checklist:
- Conduct semi-annual tune-ups for your HVAC system, including cleaning coils and treating drains.
- Clean electrostatic filter cells for improved indoor air quality.
- Turn off water to humidifiers in summer and turn it on in winter to prevent water damage.
- Clean gutters, especially above the outdoor unit, to prevent water damage.
- Clear leaves in and around the outdoor unit to maintain airflow.
- Clean aerators and showerheads to improve water flow.
- Replace water filters and fridge filters for clean drinking water.
- Check crawl space/basement for leaks and pests to prevent damage.
- Test GFI receptacles for safety.
- Clean the dishwasher, clothes washer, and filters to maintain efficiency.
- Check the attic for roof leaks and pests to prevent damage.
- Have an exterminator spray/treat your home to prevent pests.
Yearly Maintenance Tasks:
- Change thermostat batteries for reliable operation.
- Change smoke and CO detector batteries for safety.
- Check UV light bulbs for effectiveness.
- Change humidifier pads to maintain indoor humidity levels.
- Check surge protectors for proper function.
- Have the heat exchanger checked for safety.
- Trim bushes around outdoor units to maintain airflow.
- Check condensate pumps to prevent water damage.
- Clean filter grills, vents, and bath exhaust fan covers for improved air quality.
- Flush water heaters and check for leaks to maintain efficiency.
- Clean toilet tanks and repair any leaks to prevent water waste.
- Clean fridge coils for efficient operation.
- Winterize summer fixtures before winter to prevent damage.
- Have the chimney cleaned for safety.
- Clean dryer and dryer vents to prevent fire hazards.
- Change batteries in security cameras and doorbells for reliable operation.
- Have all gas appliances cleaned/inspected for safety.
Every 5 Years Maintenance Tasks:
- Check chimneys/flue vents for damages to prevent hazards.
- Replace smoke/CO detectors for safety.
- Replace fire extinguishers for peace of mind.
- Have the septic tank pumped out to maintain functionality.
- Have all gas lines inspected for leaks or wear and tear for safety.
By following this comprehensive home maintenance checklist, you can keep your home in top condition and prevent costly repairs. Don't forget to consider adding AC Drain FLO to your maintenance routine for hassle-free AC drain line care, ensuring your home's systems run smoothly year-round.