January- February:
Vacuum & clean bathroom fan grills
Inspect humidifier water panel. Descale as needed.
Inspect and clean heat exchanger filters
Vacuum kitchen refrigerator coils & exterior vents
Inspect/clean refrigerator door gaskets and interior vents
Monitor softener salt and furnace filter. Fill/replace as needed.
Visual inspection of home exterior addressing vent/air intake obstructions
Descale dishwasher and clean out drain filter
Inspect faucet aerators. Clean/replace as needed.
Test and tighten all knobs, handles and hinges throughout the house
Inspect under all sinks for evidence of water issues/damage
Monitor softener salt and furnace filter. Fill/replace as needed.
Visual inspection of home exterior addressing vent/air intake obstructions
As time allows, address items on homeowner’s to-do list. See list of common services below.
March -April:
Clean filter in tankless water heaters
Clean condensation lines from heat exchanger, furnace, humidifier, etc…
Inspect humidifier water panel. Descale as needed.
Test all drains. Clean out drain lines and adjust stoppers as needed.
Visually inspect attic for pests and water damage
Monitor softener salt and furnace filter. Fill/replace as needed.
Visual inspection of home exterior addressing vent/air intake obstructions
Test sump pump. Inspect sump basin for issues. (inspect unsealed basins only) Address odors if present.
Inspect humidifier water panel. Descale as needed.
Inspect & clean gutters (Includes 100 feet of gutter under “normal” conditions not exceeding 22’ above ground)
Visual inspection of roof & foundation
Monitor softener salt and furnace filter. Fill/replace as needed.
Visual inspection of home exterior addressing minor issues like caulk repairs, vent obstructions, insects, accessible wasp nests, etc.
As time allows, address items on homeowner’s to-do list. See list of common services below.
May-June:
Turn off humidifier and adjust manual seasonal dampers if present.
Inspect humidifier water panel, replace as needed
Turn on exterior water
Inspect exterior hose bibs
Inspect & place garden hoses
Monitor softener salt and furnace filter. Fill/replace as needed.
Visual inspection of home exterior addressing minor issues like caulk repairs, vent obstructions, insects, accessible wasp nests, etc.
Clean range vent grease filter
Turn off gas fireplace pilots. Clean fireplace glass.
Clean & inspect A/C unit
Clean exterior air intakes
Monitor softener salt and furnace filter. Fill/replace as needed.
Visual inspection of home exterior addressing minor issues like caulk repairs, vent obstructions, insects, accessible wasp nests, etc.
As time allows, address items on homeowner’s to-do list. See list of common services below.
July-August:
Vacuum & clean bathroom fan grills
Clean exterior dryer vent
Empty/clean washing machine drain pump filter (accessible filters only)
Inspect and clean heat exchanger filters
Monitor softener salt and furnace filter. Fill/replace as needed.
Visual inspection of home exterior addressing minor issues like caulk repairs, vent obstructions, insects, accessible wasp nests, etc.
Descale dishwasher and clean out drain filter
Lubricate all garage door hinges, springs, bearings, rollers, and pivot points
Test garage safety shut-off
Inspect fire extinguisher(s)
Inspect under all sinks for water issues/damage
Monitor softener salt and furnace filter. Fill/replace as needed.
Visual inspection of home exterior addressing minor issues like caulk repairs, vent obstructions, insects, accessible wasp nests, etc.
As time allows, address items on homeowner’s to-do list. See list of common services below.
September – October:
Clean dryer vent line, interior and exterior.
Inspect and tighten laundry hoses
Inspect and test gas fireplaces. Light pilot.
Monitor softener salt and furnace filter. Fill/replace as needed.
Visual inspection of home exterior addressing minor issues like caulk repairs, vent obstructions, insects, accessible wasp nests, etc.
Inspect exterior hose bibs
Winterize exterior plumbing and A/C unit
Inspect, drain & store hoses
Monitor softener salt and furnace filter. Fill/replace as needed.
Visual inspection of home exterior addressing minor issues like caulk repairs, vent obstructions, insects, accessible wasp nests, etc.
As time allows, address items on homeowner’s to-do list. See list of common services below.
November-December:
Turn on furnace humidifier & adjust manual seasonal damper if present
Inspect & clean gutters (Includes 100 feet of gutter under “normal” conditions not exceeding 22’ above ground)
Inspect weather stripping around exterior doors
Monitor softener salt and furnace filter. Fill/replace as needed.
Visual inspection of home exterior addressing minor issues like caulk repairs, vent obstructions, insects, accessible wasp nests, etc.
Test/replace smoke and carbon monoxide detector batteries
Test/replace garage door keypad batteries.
Inspect humidifier water panel. Descale/replace as needed.
Clean/sanitize kitchen sink garbage disposal
Empty/clean washing machine drain pump filter (accessible filters only)
Adjust/lubricate problem doors, hinges and/or locks
Monitor softener salt and furnace filter. Fill/replace as needed.
Visual inspection of home exterior addressing vent/air intake obstructions
As time allows, address items on homeowner’s to-do list. See list of common services below.
Common Interior Services
Hang pictures, shelves or TVs
Product assembly
Faucet replacement
Safety & mobility upgrades
Drywall repairs
Unclog drains
Minor plumbing repairs
Paint & caulk touch-up
Hang blinds
Replace light bulbs
Adjust, tighten and/or lubricate door, drawer, window or furniture hardware
Seal stone counters, tile & grout
Dusting in hard to reach areas
Vacation check-ins
Contractor referrals:
Interior designer
Painter
Plumber
General Contractor
HVAC
Electrician
Drywall
Common Exterior Services
Paint touch-up
Cobweb removal
Minor auto maintenance (wipers, light bulbs, filters, etc…)
Garage cleaning
Mailbox replacement
Exterior house or fence repairs
Power wash deck, patio, sidewalk or outdoor furniture
Tree wrapping
Outdoor furniture placement/storage
Contractor referrals:
Lawn care
Snow removal
Driveway sealing
Tree services
Landscaping
Gutters