Spring/Summer Maintenance Checklist
Even a new home isn’t maintenance free. As the warmer seasons approach,
you can take the necessary steps to ensure your home serves you well!
Air
- Test and clean smoke and carbon monoxide detectors
- Change or clean furnace filter (should be done monthly)
- Adjust and confirm all registers and col-air returns are clear of furniture or draperies
- Turn off humidifier
- Inspect and clean air conditioning unit for proper operation, arrange for service if needed
- Drain sediment from water heater base, per manufacturer’s instructions
Plumbing
- Pour water down basement floor drain to prevent sewer odour
- Inspect plumbing fixtures for leaks
Exterior
- Inspect weather stripping on all exterior doors
- wash windows, weep holes, screens, and lubricate tracks
- Inspect exterior caulking around windows
- Touch up interior & exterior paint, stain, siding, putty, caulking & grout as needed
- Inspect overhead garage door, lubricate rollers & guides, tighten bolts as needed
- Test exterior faucets for broken pipes
- Inspect & clean gutters, downspouts & splash pads for proper drainage away from the house
- Inspect roof and roof vents
- Look for settling of back-fill soils and fill in where needed
- Seed and feed lawn, water regularly
- Re-seal wood fences
For questions or concerns regarding the maintenance of your Tribute home contact us at [email protected].
