Homeowner Check-list

Household Check-list

Every homeowner knows that there are things that simply have to be done, either every three months, every six months or yearly, to keep your biggest investment in tip-top shape. Here is a tidy little check-list to keep on hand to make sure you are staying on track:

Yearly:
Inspect those gutters to make sure they are securely attached and free of leaves and debris
Inspect your chimney to determine if a professional cleaning is needed
Furnace must be inspected and cleaned by a professional
Hot water tank inspection…by a professional

Clean and seal your wood deck and its railings
Vacuum all that lint from your clothes dryer duct and vent
Check your septic tank’s level
Re-caulk your exterior windows, doors, siding base and trim
Re-caulk along the fronts of tubs and showers
Inspect for worn fittings and connection on all plumbing fixtures in your home
Have your carpets cleaned by a professional
Garage Doors: oil the track, roller, hinges, pulleys and springs with a light gauge oil
Have your sprinkler system inspected and winterized
Drain and remove all hoses from the exterior of your house
Shut off all of your outside faucets before freezing temperatures
Prune trees

Every Six Months:
Vacuum vents and coils at the back of your refrigerator
Clean your stove’s vent and fan
Check the batteries in your smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detectors

Every Three Months:
Clean or replace your furnace filter and air-conditioner filter
Fertilize your lawn

For more household ideas, go to This Old House on line.

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