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Page 1: Index [] · Best practices are to have the smoke detectors also connected to the electrical power source. Carbon Monoxide detectors should be located outside each sleeping area. Follow

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Page 2: Index [] · Best practices are to have the smoke detectors also connected to the electrical power source. Carbon Monoxide detectors should be located outside each sleeping area. Follow

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Index

January4-5 Test Smoke/Carbon Monoxide Detectors | Review all plumbing in home6-7 Testwaterinhome|Watersoftener8-9 Flushhotwatertank|Furnaceairfilter10-11 Kitchen stove hood | Dryer12-13 Fireextinguishers|Iciclesandicebuildup

February14 Monthly tasks

March 15-16 Test sump pump | Vacuum air vents and ducts17 Monthly tasks

April18-19 Vacuumrefridgerator|Inspect,repairandreplace screens20-21 Check light switches and plugs | Tighten handles and fixtures22-23 Check locks on windows and doors | Check caulking on tubs ans showers24-25 Clean showerheads | Clean and inspect basement26-27 Inspectforinsectsandsmallanimals|Monthly tasks

May28-29 Airconditioning|Lawnpreparation30-31 Poolpreparation|Deckandpatiopreparation32-33 Exteriordrainage|Gutters34-35 Inspectexteriorofhouse|Inspectroof36 Monthly tasks

June37 Monthly tasks

July38 Monthly tasks

August39 Monthly tasks

September40 Monthly tasks

October41 Inspectgroutinbathroomandkitchen42-43 Inspectplumbingaerators|Cleanbasementwindowwells44-45 Inspectandcleandryerexhausthose|Cleangarageand storage areas46-47 Winterizeairconditioningsystem|FurnaceServicing48-49 Turnoffandflushexteriorwaterfaucets|Cleanchimney50-51 Checkwinterequipment|Inspectporchceilingsandwalls52-53 Inspectdrivewayandwalkway|Inspectandcleanexterior lightfixtures54-55 Winterlawnpreparation|Poolclosing56 Monthly tasks

November57 Household mapping58 Monthly tasks

December59 Emergency bag60 Monthly tasks

62-95 Monthly Calendar

96-99 Sources

Initiative made possible by:IndigenousandNorthernAffairsCanada’sOnReserveHousingCapacityFund

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January

Test Smoke/Carbon Monoxide Detectors Review all Plumbing in Home

FourtimesayearchecktoseethatthebatteriesintheSmokeandCarbonMonoxideDetectorsarefunctional.

Bestpracticesaretohavethesmokedetectorsalsoconnectedtotheelectricalpowersource.

Carbon Monoxide detectors should be located outside eachsleepingarea.

Followinstallationinstructions.

Lookatallpipesinthehomefordrips.

Lookforanysignsofdampnessormoldnearpipes.Callacertifiedplumbertomakerepairsifnecessary.

Cleankitchensinkdisposal.

Cleanandcheckbackwatervalvesevery6months.Ifyou do not have a backwater check valve installed in yoursepticline,itisrecommendedthatonebeinstalled.Hiringaplumberisrecommended.

Backwater check valveKitchen sink disposal

Smoke detector

Carbon Monoxide Detector

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Runwaterandflushtoiletsinunusedspaceseveryseason. Makesureallfaucetsandfixturesareworkingproperly.

Mustysmellsindicatedampness.Thesourceofdampnessshouldbedeterminedandcorrected.

Test Water in Home

Manyhomeshavehardwaterandneedawatersoftener.

Inspectthewatersoftenerforsaltlevelsandtomakesurethesalthasn’thardened.

Followtheinstructionintheunit’smanualforthelevelofsalt needed based on the amount of water being used on yourhome.

Water Softener

water supply (hard)

drain

mineral tank

outlet manifold

plasticbeads

watertohouse(soft)

timerandvalveassembly

brine tank

salt

floatandvalveassembly

Watersoftener

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A hot water tank should have the pressure release valve testedonceperyearandflushedonceperyear.Whenflushingthewatertank,thepowermustbeturnedoff.Thisisdoneuntilthewaterrunsclearofthesedimentatthebottomofthetank.

Hotwatertankreplacementisevery10-12years.MostinsurerswillnotcoverfloodingfromaleakingHWTolderthan10-12years.

VisiblerustisthesigntheHWTisgoing.

AHWTpanisnecessary.Ifnoneexists,makesureitisincluded when you change the HWT (metal touching the concrete will corrode your HWT quicker than if you have thepan).

Flush Hot Water Tank

Forcedairfurnaceairfiltersarerecommendedtobechangedeverymonth.

Remember to wash and clean the intakes located throughout the house and be careful with the harshness ofthecleaningproductusedifyourfamilyhasallergies.Cleaningcanbedonewitharag.

Furnace Air Filter

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Kitchenstovefansshouldbecleanedmonthly.Unplugthefan,openandcleanoutanydustanddebriswithadamprag.

Testtheairflowaftercleaningbyusingatissueorgarbage bag to make sure it is pulling in the intake afterwards.

Kitchen Stove Hood

Theclothesdryerlintfilterhastobecleanedaftereveryuse.

Onceamonth,thelintfiltershouldbewashedwithsoapand water to remove any residue that has formed on the screen.

The outdoor duct cover should be inspected and cleaned twiceayear.

Dryer

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• Fireextinguishersshouldbeinspectedonceamonthbythehomeowner.Monthlycheckinvolvesvisualinspectionofgauge(needleshouldshowfull).Checkhosestoensurethattheyarenotobstructed.Checkthatpinandtamperproofequipmentisinplace.Checkforrustonthebottle.Turnextinguisherupsidedown(30seconds)andshakeittounpackthesodiumbicarbonatepowder,whichsettlesatthebottomofthetank.

• Fireextinguishersshouldbemaintainedonceperyearby a professional to make sure they are fully charged and maintainedproperly.

• NFPAstandardsrequirefireextinguisherstobereplacedoremptiedandrefilledevery6yearsandhydrostatictestingdoneevery12years.

• Haveafamilyfireescapeplan.

Fire Extinguishers

Call Fire Department

Fire safety tips

Installsmokealarms

Eliminate hazards

Inspectfireextinguisher

Makefireescapeplan

Icicles and Ice Buildup

Clearofficicleshangingfromtheroofofyourhomeoverentrances.

Clearicebuildupandnoteareasforwaterinfiltrationinthethaw.

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• Clean kitchen sink disposal (page 5)

• Check/change air filter (page 9)

• Clean kitchen stove hood (page 10)

• Dryer lint filter washed (page 11)

• Check fire extinguishers (page 12)

• Check for icicles and ice buildup in areas around

your house (page 13)

Test Sump Pump

Beforethespringthaw,sumppumpsneedtobetested.Lookforanysignsofdampnessormold.

Sumppumpshaveafloatthatonceraised,triggerthemotortostart.Sincethereisdampnessinthebasement,the sump pump may experience mechanical failure duetorustormoisturebuildup.Thisiswhythetestisrecommendedpriortothespringthaw.

Monthly tasks

February March

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Vacuum air vents and ducts

All air intakes and ducts need to be vacuumed and cleanedtoreduceallergens.Thiswillalertyoutoanymoistureissuesandmaintainthesystem.

Testtheairflowaftercleaningbyusingatissueorgarbage bag to make sure it is pulling in the intake afterwards.

• Clean kitchen sink disposal (page 5)

• Clean backwater valves (page 5)

• Check/change air filter (page 9)

• Clean kitchen stove hood (page 10)

• Dryer lint filter washed (page 11)

• Check fire extinguishers (page 12)

• Check for icicles and ice buildup in areas around

your house (page 13)

Monthly tasks

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Vacuum Refrigerator

Thebackbottomandfrontoftherefrigeratorneedstobekeptfreeofdust.

Thismaintenanceshouldbedonetwiceperyear.

Screensshouldbeinspectedonceperyear.

Damagedscreensshouldbefixedassoonaspossible.

Inspect, Repair and Replace Screens

April

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Inspectallyourlightswitchesandplugstoensureyourelectricalconnectionsareinworkingorder.

Contact a professional to repair those that are not workingcorrectly.InsurancewillNOTcoverelectricaldamageifanunlicensedpersonwashired.

Check Light Switches and Plugs

Onceayear,gothroughyourhousecheckingallthedoorhandles,knobsoncupboardsandfixtures,makingsuretheyareallproperlytightenedandsecure.

Tighten Handles and Fixtures

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Onceayear,checkallthelocksonyourwindowsanddoorsmakingsuretheyareinproperworkingcondition.

Oilthemechanismsifneededtoensureeasyusage,usingasiliconebasedoil.

Check Locks on Windows and Doors

Check the caulking on your tubs and showers for signs of wear.

Replace the caulking if needed so that the wall and subfloorwillbeprotected.

Caulking should be done before it fails and the material shouldberatedasmildewresistant.

Check Caulking on Tubs and Showers

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Showerheads,regardlessofbeingconnectedtotownwateroronanindependentsystem,shouldbecleanedyearly.

Clean Showerheads

Cleanbasementofclutterandlookforsignsofwaterandmold.Ifmoldispresent,identifythesource.

Watersourcemustbefoundandrepaired.

Moldcantbepaintedover.Thepropermethodrequiresrepair,cleaning,primingorsealing,thenafinalcoatofpaint.

Clean and Inspect Basement

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Inspectyourhome,bothinteriorandexterior,forsignsofentrynearducts,utilitylines,neartheroofline,nearbasementwindows.

Signs are;

• Rodent or other animal droppings• Dislodged or fallen insulation • Signs on wood of insects

Inspect for Insects and Small Animals

• Test Smoke/Carbon Monoxide detectors (page 4)

• Clean kitchen sink disposal (page 5)

• Check all pipes for drips (page 5)

• Run water and flush toilets in unused spaces (page 6)

• Check water softener for salt levels (page 7)

• Check/change air filter (page 9)

• Clean kitchen stove hood (page 10)

• Dryer lint filter washed (page 11)

• Check fire extinguishers (page 12)

• Check for icicles and ice buildup in areas around your

house (page 13)

Monthly tasks

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Airconditionersthatrequireinstallationyearlyshouldbeproperlycleanedusingsoapywater,apaintbrushandahose.Washpollenanddirtoutoftheexternalfancoil(theradiatorcoolingfins.Takecarenottobendthefinswhile doing this) of your AC unit once per month and afterthecottonwoodpollenstopsflying.

Make sure units are properly secured and sealed to deter rodentsandinsects.

Air Conditioning

Walk around your lawn and look for overgrown trees thatmaybeinterferingwithanyutilitylines.Iftherearetreesgrowingnearthelines,contactthecompanyformaintenance.Donottrytocorrecttheissueyourself.

Serviceyourlawnequipmentfortheseason’susage.

Lawn Preparation

May

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Planfortheseason’sopeningandmakearrangementswithyourserviceprovider.

Pool Preparation

Inspectandplanforanyrepairsneededforyourdeckandpatio.

Deck and Patio Preparation

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Overtheyearslandsettles.Inspectyourproperty.Lookfordepressionsandpotentialareasforwatertocollectnearyourbasement.

Ifdepressionsarefound,planonaddingsoiltoredirectwaterawayfromthehouse.

Exterior Drainage

loose soil

Inspectandcleanguttersoften.

Ensure that water is draining properly when raining and heavyrainsarebeingdirectedtotheguttersefficiently.

Gutters

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Lookattheexteriorsidingandrooftomakesurethereare no openings or damage that may need repair and to deterrodentsorinsects.

CheckCaulkingaroundwindows,doors,chimneysetc.Annualheatingandcoolingofexteriorsurfaceswillcausecaulkingtocrack,allowingwaterinfiltration.

Inspect Exterior of House

Lookattherooftomakesuretherearenotilesthatareripped,torn,damagedormissingfromtheseasonbeforeandneedtobereplaced.

Makenoteoftheconditionandarea.

Estimatetheremaininglifespanandtrytobudgetfortheexpense.

Shingleshavevaryinglifespans,basedonsurroundings,maintenance,roofslopes,sun,wind,qualityofapplicationandqualityofmaterialallplayafactorintheactuallifespanofaroof.

Inspect Roof

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• Clean kitchen sink disposal (page 5)

• Check/change air filter (page 9)

• Clean kitchen stove hood (page 10)

• Dryer lint filter washed (page 11)

• Check fire extinguishers (page 12)

• Monthly exterior inspection: check caulking around

windows, doors, chimneys (page 34)

• Pool Maintenance

• Weekly grass cutting and weeding

• Clean kitchen sink disposal (page 5)

• Check/change air filter (page 9)

• Clean kitchen stove hood (page 10)

• Dryer lint filter washed (page 11)

• Check fire extinguishers (page 12)

• Clean air conditioning (page 28)

• Monthly exterior inspection: check caulking around

windows, doors, chimneys (page 34)

• Pool maintenance

• Weekly grass cutting and weeding

Monthly tasksMonthly tasks

June

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• Test Smoke/Carbon Monoxide detectors (page 4)

• Clean kitchen sink disposal (page 5)

• Check all pipes for drips (page 5)

• Run water and flush toilets in unused spaces (page 6)

• Check water softener for salt levels (page 7)

• Check/change air filter (page 9)

• Clean kitchen stove hood (page 10)

• Dryer lint filter washed (page 11)

• Check fire extinguishers (page 12)

• Clean air conditioning (page 28)

• Monthly exterior inspection: check caulking around

windows, doors, chimneys (page 34)

• Pool maintenance

• Weekly grass cutting and weeding

• Clean kitchen sink disposal (page 5)

• Check/change air filter (page 9)

• Clean kitchen stove hood (page 10)

• Dryer lint filter washed (page 11)

• Check fire extinguishers (page 12)

• Vacuum refridgerator (page 18)

• Clean air conditioning (page 28)

• Monthly exterior inspection: check caulking around

windows, doors, chimneys (page 34)

• Pool maintenance

• Weekly grass cutting and weeding

July August

Monthly tasks Monthly tasks

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October

• Clean kitchen sink disposal (page 5)

• Check/change air filter (page 9)

• Clean kitchen stove hood (page 10)

• Dryer lint filter washed (page 11)

• Check fire extinguishers (page 12)

• Vacuum air vents and ducts (page 16)

• Clean air conditioning (page 28)

• Monthly exterior inspection: check caulking around

windows, doors, chimneys (page 34)

• Pool maintenance

• Weekly grass cutting and weeding

Thisismostlycosmeticbutexcessivemoisturepointstoproblemareas.

Makenoteofthecondition.

Callaprofessionaltogroutifneeded.

Inspect Grout in Bathroom and Kitchen

September

Monthly tasks

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Plumbing aerators are an inexpensive way to increase waterpressurewhilesavingwater.

Ifthesprayisfocusedinthewrongarea,trycleaningthemechanism,byrinsingandcleaningwithatoothbrush.

Ifthemechanismcannotbecleaned,replaceitwithanewone.

Inspect Plumbing Aerators

Itisgoodpracticetocleanwindowwellsofdebriseachseason.

Drainageinthewellcanbecomeblocked.Itisimportantthatnowaterbuildupagainstthefoundationfromablockedwindowwell.

Windowwellsareattachedtothefrenchdrain.Impededdrainageisaseriousconcern.Youwillneedtocontactaprofessionaltohavetheissueresolved.

Clean basement window wells

Plumbing Aerators

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Clean the exhaust hose twice per year by vacuuming the interior.

Ifpossiblechangethehosetoarigidmetaltypepipethatisfireretardant.

Tobeclear,dryerlintfiltersshouldbecleanedaftereveryuse.Theyshouldbewashedofresidueeverymonthandthehosevacuumedtwiceayearaswellasaninspectionoftheoutdoorductcover.

Inspect and Clean Dryer Exhaust Hose Clean Garage and Storage Areas

Cleanthegarageandstorageareasasitemsleftintheseareas encourage mold and mildew growth and are invitationsforrodents.

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Winterize Air Conditioning System

Ifyouhaveanairconditioningunitthatisseparatefromyourheatingsystem,makesureitisremovedproperly,cleanedwithamildcleanerandstored.

Servicingandinspectionshouldbedonepriortoinstallation.

Furnace Servicing

Onceayear,yourfurnaceshouldbeservicedandductworkcleanedbyaprofessionaltoensureit’sinproperworkingorder.

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Turn off and Flush Exterior Water Faucets

Removehosesfromexteriorfaucets.Removeallwaterfromthem.Rollthemandputtheminstorage.

Locateandshuttheinteriorwatershutoffvalvesforeachfaucet.

Ateachexteriorfaucet,openthefaucetuntilthewaterisdrainedcompletelyandshutthefaucetonceitisempty.

Clean chimney

Chimneys should be cleaned once per year in the fall by a professional.

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Check winter equipment

Winter equipment needs to be gathered prior to the season.

Ifyouhaveasnowblower,itneedstobeservicedatthistime.

Salt,snowshovel,exteriorbroomandicechippershouldbeinspectedandready.

Inspect Porch Ceilings and Walls

The exterior porch should be inspected when it is being cleaned.

The broom may need an extender to be able to reach deeporhighoverhangs. Wheninspectingyouarelookingforanykindofopeningthatmayneedtobesealedtopreventwaterorinsects,rodentsorreptiles.

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documents

Inspect Driveway and Walkway

Thisismostlycosmeticbutthewalkwaymayrestagainstyourfoundationandcrackingmaybeanindicatortoalargerproblem.

Iftherearecracks,investigateintheareainyourbasementtoensureitisn’tanissueneedingtobeaddressed.

Inspect and Clean Exterior Light Fixtures

Thisismostlycosmeticbutmakesurethattherearenorodentsorbirdslivinginthefixtures.

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Winter Lawn Preparation

Make sure your lawn furniture and summer equipment is putinstorage.

Cover delicate trees and shrubs as needed to prevent damage with the appropriate cover suggested for that species.

Pool Closing

Call your pool professional to close your pool and follow theinstructionsprovided

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November

• Test Smoke/Carbon Monoxide detectors (page 4)

• Clean kitchen sink disposal (page 5)

• Check all pipes for drips (page 5)

• Run water and flush toilets in unused spaces (page 6)

• Check water softener for salt levels (page 7)

• Flush hot water (page 8)

• Check/change air filter (page 9)

• Clean kitchen stove hood (page 10)

• Dryer lint filter washed (page 11)

• Service fire extinguishers (professional), fire extin-

guishers should be replaced or refilled every 6 years

(page 12)

• Test sump pump (page 15)

• Vacuum air vents and ducts (page 16)

• Inspect for insects and animals (page 26)

• Clean and repair patio/deck (page 31)

• Clean gutters (page 33)

• Monthly exterior inspection: check caulking around

windows, doors, chimneys (page 34)

• Weekly grass cutting and weeding

Household mapping

Makeashutoffmapforallinteriorwatervalvesandgaslines.

Haveyourownelectricalfuse/breakerlistingalongwiththenumberofyourmeter.Electricianswriteonthefuseboxfortheirunderstanding,notforyours.

electrical fusegas line

meter

water valve

Monthly tasks

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December

• Clean kitchen sink disposal (page 5)

• Clean backwater valves (refer to page 5)

• Check/change air filter (refer to page 9)

• Clean kitchen stove hood (refer to page 10)

• Dryer lint filter washed (refer to opage 11)

• Check fire extinguishers (refer to page 12)

Emergency Bag

An emergency bag should contain;

• Water• Food (canned food, energy bars and dried food)• Can opener• Wind-up flashlight and radio• First aid kit• Extra key for car and house• Copy of important family documents• Spare bank card• Emergency plan

documents

Monthly tasks

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• Clean kitchen sink disposal (page 5)

• Check/change air filter (refer to page 9)

• Clean kitchen stove hood (refer to page 10)

• Dryer lint filter washed (refer to opage 11)

• Check fire extinguishers (refer to page 12)

• Check for icicles and ice buildup in areas around

your house (refer to page 13)

Monthly tasks

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January

Test Smoke/Carbon Monoxide detectors

Runwaterandflushtoiletsinunusedspaces.

Check all pipes for drips

Checkwatersoftenerforsaltlevels

Test hot water heater water pressure

Check/Change Air Filter

Clean Kitchen stove hood

Clean Kitchen sink disposal

CheckFireextinguishers

Dryerlintfilterwashed

Check for icicles and ice buildup in areas

DateCompleted Notes Actionrequired/Followup

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February

Check for icicles and ice buildup in

Check/Change Air Filter

Clean Kitchen stove hood

Clean Kitchen sink disposal

CheckFireextinguishers

Dryerlintfilterwashed

Outdoorductcoverinspectedandcleaned

DateCompleted

areas around house

Notes Actionrequired/Followup

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March

Check for icicles and ice buildup in

Check/Change Air Filter

Clean Kitchen stove hood

Clean Kitchen sink disposal

CheckFireextinguishers

Check Sump Pump

Dryerlintfilterwashed

Clean backwater check valves

Vacuum air vents and ducts

DateCompleted

areas around house

Notes Actionrequired/Followup

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April

Test Smoke/Carbon Monoxide detectors

Runwaterandflushtoiletsinunusedspaces.

Check all pipes for drips

Checkwatersoftenerforsaltlevels

Vacuum Back of Fridge

Inspect,repairandinstallscreens

Check light switches and plugs

Check locks on doors and windows

Check caulking on showers and tubs

Clean showerheads

DateCompleted

Tightenhouseholdhandles,knobs,racksandfixtures

Notes Actionrequired/Followup

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April (continued)Date

Completed

Clean and inspect basement

Check/Change Air Filter

Dryerlintfilterwashed

Clean Kitchen stove hood

Clean Kitchen sink disposal

CheckFireextinguishers

InspectforInsectsoranimalsnearpointsofentry(dryersducts,roofeaves,basementwindows,etc)

Notes Actionrequired/Followup

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May

Check/Change Air Filter

Clean Kitchen stove hood

Clean Kitchen sink disposal

CheckFireextinguishers

Serviceairconditioningorinstall

Prepare pool opening

DeckandPatioinspectionandcleaning

Clean drainage outside house

Cleangutters

Inspectexteriorofhouse

DateCompleted

Inspectlawn,planlandscaping.Check trees for interference with hydro lines.

Notes Actionrequired/Followup

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May (continued)

Inspectroofing

Pool Maintenance

Dryerlintfilterwashed

DateCompleted

Monthlyexteriorinspection(CheckCaulkingaroundwindows,doors,chimneys)

Weekly lawn maintenance(grasscuttingandweeding)

Notes Actionrequired/Followup

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June

Check/Change Air Filter

Clean Kitchen stove hood

Clean Kitchen sink disposal

CheckFireextinguishers

Pool Maintenance

Dryerlintfilterwashed

CleanAirConditioningUnit

Monthlyexteriorinspection

DateCompleted

Weekly lawn maintenance (grasscuttingandweeding)

Notes Actionrequired/Followup

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July

Test Smoke/Carbon Monoxide detectors

Runwaterandflushtoiletsinunusedspaces.

Check all pipes for drips

Checkwatersoftenerforsaltlevels

Check/Change Air Filter

Clean Kitchen stove hood

Clean Kitchen sink disposal

CheckFireextinguishers

DateCompleted

Weekly lawn maintenance (grasscuttingandweeding)

Notes Actionrequired/Followup

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July (continued)

Pool Maintenance

Dryerlintfilterwashed

CleanAirConditioningUnit

Monthlyexteriorinspection

DateCompleted Notes Actionrequired/Followup

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August

Check/Change Air Filter

Clean Kitchen stove hood

Clean Kitchen sink disposal

CheckFireextinguishers

Pool Maintenance

Dryerlintfilterwashed

CleanAirConditioningUnit

Monthlyexteriorinspection

DateCompleted

Weekly lawn maintenance (grasscuttingandweeding)

Notes Actionrequired/Followup

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September

Check/Change Air Filter

Clean Kitchen stove hood

Clean Kitchen sink disposal

CheckFireextinguishers

Pool Maintenance

Monthlyexteriorinspection

Dryerlintfilterwashed

CleanAirConditioningUnit

Vacuum air vents and ducts

DateCompleted

Weekly lawn maintenance (grasscuttingandweeding)

Notes Actionrequired/Followup

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October

Test Smoke/Carbon Monoxide detectors

Runwaterandflushtoiletsinunusedspaces.

Check all pipes for drips

Checkwatersoftenerforsaltlevels

Check grout in bathrooms and kitchen

Inspectplumbingaerators

Inspectforinsects

Cleanandrepairpatio/deck

Clean basement window wells

Checkandcleandryervent,exhaustvents

Clean garage and storage

DateCompleted Notes Actionrequired/Followup

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October (continued)

Winterizeairconditioningsystem

Checkheatingsystem

Flush hot water heater

Turnoffandflushoutdoorwaterfaucets

Clean chimney

Test sump pump

Cleangutters

Porch ceilings and walls

Inspectdrivewayandwalkway

Inspectandcleanexteriorlightfixtures

DateCompleted

Check winter equipment (shovels,salt,snowblowerservicing)

Notes Actionrequired/Followup

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October (continued)

Check/Change Air Filter

Clean Kitchen stove hood

Clean Kitchen sink disposal

ServiceFireextinguishers(professional)

Replacedorrefilledevery6years

WinterLawnPreparation

Dryerlintfilterwashed

Pool Closing

DateCompleted Notes Actionrequired/Followup

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November

Check/Change Air Filter

Clean Kitchen stove hood

Clean Kitchen sink disposal

Dryerlintfilterwashed

Outdoorductcoverinspectedandcleaned

CheckFireextinguishers

Clean backwater check valves

Household Mapping

DateCompleted Notes Actionrequired/Followup

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December

Check/Change Air Filter

Clean Kitchen stove hood

Clean Kitchen sink disposal

CheckFireextinguishers

Dryerlintfilterwashed

Emergency Bag

DateCompleted

Check for icicles and ice buildup in areas around house

Notes Actionrequired/Followup

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ImageofKitchenSinkDisposal,Page5–https://www.homedepot.com/p/InSinkErator-Badger-1-1-3-HP-Continuous-Feed-Garbage-Disposal-BADGER-1/100036481

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ImageofReplacingWindowScreen,Page19–http://www.provbsolutions.net/

ImageofLightSwitch,Page20–https://legalbeagle.com/6366782-ada-requirement-light-switches.html

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ImageofMiceinInsulation,Page26–http://pest-control.make10x.info/2018/01/27/pittsburgh-house-mice-house-mice-prevention-pa-house-mice-control/

ImageofWashingAirConditioner,Page28–https://www.everestcoolair.com/about/

ImageofCuttingBranches,Page29–http://mindanation.com/house-power-line-trees-ban/

ImageofAbovegroundpool,Page30–http://www.aquapoolstn.com/tag/above-ground-pools/

ImageofPoolDeckPatio,Page31–http://tedxumkc.com/amazing-above-ground-pool-deck-designs/attachment/1767/

ImageofRainGutters,Page33–http://dkroofingsolutions.com/services/exterior-solutions/rain-gutters

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ImageofVinylExteriorofHouse,Page34–https://www.nachi.org/hail-damage-part10-37.htm

ImageofDamagedRoof,Page35–https://rooferaz.com/shingle-roofing/

ImageofBathroomGrout,Page41–https://www.decoist.com/cleaning-grout-baking-soda-vinegar/

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ImageofWindowWell,Page43–http://cleancutproperty.com/window-well-repairs/

ImageofDryerExhaustPipes,Page44–http://www.finehomebuilding.com/2008/09/10/when-dryer-vents-need-a-boost

ImageofStorageAreaandShelves,Page45–http://organizationjunkie.com/2016/03/29/18-decorating-mistakes-make-house-look-messy/15/

ImageofAirConditionerCover,Page46–https://www.amazon.com/Conditioner-Outdoor-Window-Medium-000-15/dp/B00881A1OI

ImageofFurnace,Page47–http://www.660news.com/2016/09/20/getting-your-furnace-ready-for-fall/

ImageofExteriorFaucet,Page48–http://i15.tinypic.com/6cxlz0j.jpg

ImageofCleaningChimney,Page49–https://www.chimchimney.ca/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/chimney-cleaning_1024x1024.jpg

ImageofIceScraper,Page50–https://www.lowes.ca/ice-scrapers/garant-7-in-nordic-sidewalk-ice-chopper_g1428408.html

ImageofSnowShovel,Page50–https://www.amazon.com/Suncast-SC2700-20-Inch-Shovel-Pusher/dp/B00004YVCY

ImageofSidewalkSalt,Page50–https://www.lowes.ca/ice-melt/alaskan-5kg-premium-ice-melter-shaker-jug_g1365491.html

ImageofPorchCeiling,Page51–http://www.homeconstructionimprovement.com/vinyl-beadboard-soffit-for-porch/

ImageofDriveway,Page52–http://www.ksfy.com/content/news/Angies-List-Report-423125164.html

ImageofExteriorLightFixtures,Page53–http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-kuVDf2V0-_0/TmjN2Yz7gxI/AAAAAAAADjE/mwHvkLyiIzA/s1600/porch+lights.jpg

ImageofBurlapCoverforTrees,Page54–https://www.gardeners.com/buy/burlap-winter-shrub-protection/14-290.html

ImageofPoolCover,Page55–http://www.thetravellerworldguide.com/2017/07/how-to-winterize-an-above-ground-pool/

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