Its’s that time of year again!
Easily cross off monthly maintenance items, and help keep your home in tip-top shape. From testing your smoke detector batteries to inspecting the weather-stripping and everything in between, this checklist is a one-stop-shop of home maintenance for spring.
March
- Check air ducts, remove covers and vacuum dust from vents
- Check and clean the heat recovery ventilator (HRV); wash or replace the filter
- Check attic, basement and crawl spaces for leaks or moisture
- Check sump pump for discharge
- Remove snow and ice from overhang and vents
- Clean your bathroom exhaust fan grills to ensure good airflow
- Test smoke alarms and carbon monoxide detectors, replace batteries as needed
- Clean humidifier and check for condensation and proper humidity levels
- Clean your range hood filters
- Empty your central vacuum system canister and clean the filter
April
- Check eavestroughs and downspouts for debris
- Clean or replace the furnace filter
- Clean humidifier and check for condensation and proper humidity levels
- Inspect attic, basement or crawl spaces for leaks or moisture
- Check the roof for loose or cracked shingles
- Check driveways and walks for cracking
- Inspect water heater for leaks
- Turn on exterior water supply
- Plan landscaping to avoid soil settlement and water ponding
- Test smoke alarms and carbon monoxide detectors, replace batteries as needed
- Clean humidifier and check for condensation and proper humidity levels
- Clean your range hood filters
- Empty your central vacuum system canister and clean the filter
May
- Aerate and fertilize your lawn
- Inspect fences and decks for signs of deterioration (peeling paint, loose boards, cracks)
- Check caulking and weather stripping
- Check adjustable steel posts in the basement
- Check exterior finishes for signs of deterioration (peeling paint, loose siding, cracks)
- Check windows and screens are operating properly
- Test septic system and clean
- Test smoke alarms and carbon monoxide detectors, replace batteries as needed
- Clean humidifier and check for condensation and proper humidity levels
- Clean your range hood filters
- Empty your central vacuum system canister and clean the filter