Take care of your greatest investment and follow our home maintenance checklist. Our checklist breaks down and schedules for you all maintenance tasks by season. Completing these essential tasks will ensure your home is kept in fully working order. Sign up below for our free home maintenance reminder service and receive email and text alerts when each task should be completed.
Spring
| Task | Cost | Type | Date |
| Interior Maintenance | |||
| Air Conditioning: Replace all air filters and have your AC serviced by a technician. | $50 - $500 | Cooling | Mar 21st |
| Smoke Alarms: Test all fire alarms and carbon monoxide detectors. Replace all batteries. | 50 - $200 | Fire Alarms | Mar 25th |
| Dryer Vent: Clean the dryer vent, change the filter, and vacuum. | 0 - $100 | Dryer | Mar 29th |
| Plumbing: Go through your house checking under the kitchen sink, all bathroom sinks and toilets, and the basement for any damage to the plumbing system. | 0 - $300 | Plumbing | Apr 2nd |
| Sump Pumps: Dump water into your sump pump to make sure it turns on and is operating correctly. | 0 - $400 | Sump Pump | Apr 6th |
| Exterior Maintenance | |||
| Roof Inspection: Replace any broken shingles and remove any debris from trees. | 0 - $1000 | Roofing | Apr 10th |
| Gutters: Clean all leaves and debris from your gutters and make sure nothing is blocking water from draining out your down spouts. | 0 - $150 | Gutters | Apr 14th |
| Siding & Foundation: Walk around the house and check for any cracks or damage to the foundation. Repair or replace any broken siding. | 0 - $2000 | Siding/Foundation | Apr 18th |
| Windows: Check all windows and replace or fix damaged ones. Clean windows and blinds. Wash all curtains. | $50 - $500 | Windows | Apr 22nd |
| Pressure Washing: Power wash porch, driveway, sidewalks, and patios. | 0 - $250 | Pressure Washing | Apr 26th |
| Decks: Inspect and repair any rot. Check your railings and make sure they are strong. Seal your deck with a high quality sealant. | 0 - $100 | Decks | Apr 30th |
| Yard Maintenance | |||
| Yard: Clean the yard, rake leaves, pull weeds, trim shrubs, bushes and trees. | 0 - $150 | Yard | May 4th |
| Lawncare: Check your lawn mower blades, oil, and fuel. Check trimmers and blowers. | $50 - $100 | Lawn care | May 8th |
| Faucets & Hoses: Make sure all faucets are in good working order. Check your hoses for leaks. | 0 - $100 | Faucets & Hoses | May 12th |
| Fencing: Inspect your fencing for rot, cracks, and replace damaged boards on wooden fences. | 0 - $300 | Fencing | May 16th |
| Pools & Spas: Check your pool for any damage and make necessary repairs. Run your filter for 24 hours and treat the water PH and chlorine levels. Vacuum your pool. Clean and set up the general pool area. | 0 - $150 | Pools & Spas | May 20th |
Summer
| Task | Cost | Type | Date |
| Interior Maintenance | |||
| Air Conditioning: Replace the air filter with your AC. | $50 - $500 | Cooling | Jun 21st |
| Window Treatments: Check and change window treatments so they block out the sun's heat cooling your home. Lighter colors reflect the sun while darker colors absorb. | 0 - $400 | Windows | Jun 25th |
| Change Linens/Bedding: Change your bedding for lighter blankets and linens. | 50 - $200 | Bedding | Jun 29th |
| Ceiling Fans & Ventilation: Clean your ceiling fans, removing any dust or lint. Turn the blades around, creating a nice downdraft. Clean and check your bathroom exhaust fans. | 0 - $100 | Ceiling Fans | Jul 3rd |
| Refrigerator & Freezer Coils: Unplug your refrigerator and locate the coils. Clean with a brush or vacuum tool. | 0 - $250 | Refrigerator | Jul 7th |
| Mold Remediation: Do a thorough inspection for mold, hire a professional if you find any to have it removed. | 0 - $400 | Mold Remediation | Jul 11th |
| Exterior Maintenance | |||
| Windows & Doors: Seal all your windows and doors. Replace worn weatherstripping and add caulk where needed. | 0 - $150 | Windows / Doors | Jul 15th |
| Garage: Clean out and organize your garage. Check that your power tools are working. | 0 - $1000 | Garage | Jul 19th |
| Pest Removal: Check for damage to your foundation from pests. Check for pools of water where they can breed and remove them. | $100 - $300 | Pest Control | Jul 23rd |
| Yard Maintenance | |||
| Lawncare: Fertilize your lawn. Fill in empty patches with grass seed. Remove any crabgrass or weeds. Add mulch around trees and shrubs. | 0 - $300 | Lawn care | Jul 27th |
| Sprinkler System: Make sure your sprinkler system is working. Fix any damage or leaks. | 0 - $250 | Irrigation | Jul 30th |
| Grill and Patio: Clean your grill. Organize your patio area. | 0 - $1000 | Grill / Patio | Aug 3rd |
Fall| Task | Cost | Type | Date |
| Interior Maintenance | |||
| Furnace: Replace all filters on your furnace and have a professional service on your heating system. | $80 - $1200 | Heating | Sep 21st |
| Smoke Alarms (all seasons): Test all fire alarms and carbon monoxide detectors. Replace all batteries. | 50 - $200 | Fire Safety | Sep 25th |
| Fire Extinguishers: Check that you have fire extinguishers in the kitchen, near your fireplace, and in the basement. Inspect and make sure they are all working properly. | 0 - $300 | Fire Safety | Sep 29th |
| Ceiling Fans: Clean blades on ceiling fans. Turn blades clockwise. | $0 - $375 | Ceiling Fans | Oct 3rd |
| Dryer Vent (also spring): Clean the dryer vent, change the filter, and vacuum. | 0 - $100 | Dryer | Oct 7th |
| Sump Pumps (all seasons): Dump water into your sump pump to make sure it turns on and is operating correctly. | 0 - $400 | Sump Pump | Oct 11th |
| Exterior Maintenance | |||
| Roof Inspection: Replace any broken shingles and remove any debris from trees. | 0 - $1000 | Roofing | Oct 14th |
| Chimney: Have your chimney seeped by a professional. | $100 - $400 | Chimney | Oct 18th |
| Gutters: Clean all leaves and debris from your gutters and make sure nothing is blocking water from draining through the downspouts. | 0 - $150 | Gutters | Oct 22nd |
| Windows & Doors (also summer): Seal all your windows and doors. Replace worn weatherstripping and add caulk where needed. | 0 - $150 | Windows / Doors | Oct 26th |
| Steps, Rails, and Walks: Check for any damage or cracks to your steps and sidewalks and make repairs. Make sure all railways are strong and not coming loose. | 0 - $250 | Walkways | Oct 26th |
| Yard Maintenance | |||
| Tree Trimming: Trim your trees and make sure no branches can fall and damage your home. | 0 - $150 | Tree Trimming | Oct 30th |
| Lawn Equipment: Clean, service, and store away your lawn mower, blowers, and trimmers. | 0 - $100 | Lawn care | Nov 4th |
| Outdoor Furniture: Take in any outdoor furniture and store for winter. | $50 - $100 | Outdoor Furniture | Nov 8th |
| Pools & Spas:Winterize your pool and close it up for the season. Clean and then store all pool equipment including nets, vacuums, and chemicals. | 0 - $150 | Pools & Spas | Oct 10th |
Winter| Task | Cost | Type | Date |
| Interior Maintenance | |||
| Add Storm Doors: Add storm doors to widely used doors to keep the heat inside. | 0 - $50 | Doors | Dec 21st |
| Windows: Add heavier drapes and curtains to your windows. | 0 - $400 | Windows | Dec 28th |
| Mail Slots & Pet Doors: Hang coverings over all mail slots and pet doors. | 0 - $100 | Pets | Jan 3rd |
| Area Rugs: Add area rugs to all wood and tile flooring. This will help prevent heat loss. | 0 - $400 | Rigging | Jan 7th |
| Change Linens/Bedding: Change your bedding for heavier blankets and linens. | 50 - $200 | Bedding | Jan 11th |
| Inspect Insulation: Check your attic, crawl spaces, rooms, and basement for adequate insulation. Add insulation to attic pipes and inside walls where needed. | 0 - $400 | Insulation | Jan 15th |
| Exterior Maintenance | |||
| Windows & Doors (also spring): Seal all your windows and doors. Replace worn weatherstripping and add caulk where needed. | 0 - $150 | Windows / Doors | Jan 19th |
| Outside Vents: Check that all dryers, furnaces, and any other exterior vents are clear. | 0 - $1000 | ventilation | Jan 23rd |
| Yard Maintenance | |||
| Winterize Outdoor Faucets: Add spigot covers to your faucets. Drain all your hoses and turn off the water for your outdoor faucets. This will prevent your hoses and pipes from cracking. | 0 - $300 | Outdoor Plumbing | Jan 31th |
| Snow Equipment: Make sure you have a few good snow shovels and inspect your snow blower. Purchase 2–4 bags of rock salt for walks and driveway. | 0 - $100 | Snow Equipment | Feb 4th |
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