Grounds and Yard | Spring | Fall | Annually | As Needed |
Drain outside water lines and hoses. | x | |||
Clean area wells, window wells, and storm drains | x | x | ||
Check driveways and sidewalks for cracks, yard for settlement and soil erosion. | x | |||
Check safety and reversing mechanism on electric garage door operators, adust if neeeded. | x |
Doors and Windows | Spring | Fall | Annually | As Needed |
Check doors, windows, and trim for finish failure | x | |||
Check glazed openings for loose putty. | x | |||
Check for broken glass and damaged screens. | x | |||
Check and lubricate sindow hardware. | x | |||
Check weatherstripping for damge and tightness of fit. | x | x | ||
Check caulking at doors, windows, and all other openings and joints between dissimilar materials (like wood and masontry) | x |
Exterior Walls | Spring | Fall | Annually | As Needed |
Check masonry for cracks and loose joints. | x | |||
Check painted surfaces for paint failure | x | |||
Check siding and trim for damage and decay. | x |
Roof | Spring | Fall | Annually | As Needed |
Check for damaged or loose shingles, blistered roofing. | x | |||
Check underside of roof where accessible for water stains or dampness | x | |||
Check for damaged flashing. | x | |||
Check for damaged gutters, downspouts, hangers, strainers, and rust. | x | |||
Clean gutters and downspouts. | x | |||
Sweep debris from flat and low slope roofs. | x | |||
Evaluate roof for future replacement. | x | |||
Check vents, louvers, chimney caps and housings for bird nests, ect. | x | x | ||
Check fascias and soffits for paint failure and decay. | x | |||
Check antenna buy wires and supports. | x | |||
Check masonry chimneys | x |
Interior Surfaces | Spring | Fall | Annually | As Needed |
Check all joints in ceramic tile, laminated plastic, and similar surfaces. | x | x | ||
check grouting around tubs, showers and sinks | x | x |
Floors | Spring | Fall | Annually | As Needed |
Check for wear and damage, particularly where one material meets another. | x | |||
Evaluate for replacement or refinishing | x |
Plumbing | Spring | Fall | Annual | As Needed |
Check flush valves, faucets, hose bibs, and supply and drainage piping, including those in basement and/or crawl space | x | |||
Check septic tank | x | |||
Check water heater | x |
Electrical Systems | Spring | Fall | Annual | As Needed |
Check condition of lamp cords, extension cords, and plugs. Replace at first sign of wear or damage. | x | x | ||
Check exposed and overhead wiring for damage and missing insulation. Replace or repair as needed. | x | |||
If fuses blow or breakers trip frequently, call an electrician to locate the cause and make repairs. | x | |||
If you feel a slight shock or tingling from touching any appliance, disconnect it and make repairs. | x | |||
Test ground fault circuit interrupters (GFCI's) | x | x |