Though our temperatures have been slow to warm up, the calendar does indicate that spring has arrived. We’re finally stowing our snow shovel and pulling out our lawnmower. This change serves as a reminder that it’s time for us to complete spring home maintenance tasks.
Our home is a huge blessing and we’re committed to being faithful stewards of it. One way we do this is by investing a little effort and money into maintaining it today so we avoid a lot of repairs and expense tomorrow. You can find our spring home maintenance checklist below.
Spring Home Maintenance Checklist
Exterior
- Check condition of yard maintenance equipment; repair or replace as needed. _____
- Inspect roof for missing, loose, or damaged shingles; get repairs as needed. _____
- Examine siding & trim; touch up with paint or replace as needed. _____
- Examine screens on windows; wash or repair as needed. _____
- Clear gutters & downspouts of leaves & other debris. _____
- Check gutter & downspout alignment to verify rainwater collects & drains away from the house; adjust as needed. _____
- Inspect exterior door hardware; fix squeaky handles & loose locks. _____
- Inspect the foundation & masonry for any cracks; arrange for repairs as needed. _____
- Examine exposed wood for insect damage; arrange for pest mitigation as needed. _____
- Examine tree branches; trim if needed so they are at least two feet away from the roof & gutters. _____
Interior
- Trim foliage from around the air conditioner & inspect it for loose connections; have a professional inspect the unit if needed. _____
- Replace HVAC filter. _____
- Clean grills on forced air system ducts. _____
- Make sure there are no obstructions in front of vents. _____
- Check for cracks & gaps around the windows & doors; seal with caulk & weather stripping as needed. _____
- Check window locks to make sure they are in working order; repair as needed. _____
- Test batteries in smoke & carbon monoxide detectors. _____
- Check pressure gauge on fire extinguisher; replace or recharge as needed. _____
- Test ground fault circuit interrupters. _____
- Check pipes & faucets for leaks; repair as needed. _____
- Peek in the attic & examine the underside of the roof's sheathing for moisture or leaks. _____
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