YEARLY HOMEOWNER’S CHECKLIST

May JuneTest carbon monoxide and smoke detectorsClean garbage disposal (Crush ice, baking soda & citrus rinds)Have a professional pump and inspect septic tankInspect and clean outdoor lightingRe-nail any loose siding or trim boardsOil garage door tracksTrim trees, bushes and shrubsMaintain yard growthApply fertilizer to lawnRemove and clean all window screens

Test carbon monoxide and smoke detectorsClean garbage disposal (Crush ice, baking soda & citrus rinds)Change furnace filtersRemove lint from dryer exhaust ventMaintain yard growthCheck grout in bathrooms, kitchen, etc.; repair as neededPower-wash windows and sidingClean garageInspect plumbing for leaks; clean aerators on faucets

January FebruaryTest carbon monoxide and smoke detectorsClean garbage disposal (Crush ice, baking soda & citrus rinds)Change furnace filtersRegularly check gutters for ice dams and iciclesTighten any handles, knobs, racks, etc.Check and clean range hood fanDeep clean and inspect basementVacuum refrigerator coilsRun water and flush toilets in unused spacesCheck water softener; add salt if needed

Test carbon monoxide and smoke detectorsClean garbage disposal (Crush ice, baking soda & citrus rinds)Clean and vacuum curtainsCheck caulking around showers and bathtubs; repair as neededRegularly check gutters for ice dams and iciclesReplace batteries in smoke and carbon monoxide detectorsRepair any interior wall damage; touch up or repaint as needed

AprilMarchTest carbon monoxide and smoke detectorsClean garbage disposal (Crush ice, baking soda & citrus rinds)Change furnace filtersInspect roofing for missing, loose or damaged shingles and leaksCheck the exterior drainageGet your air conditioning system ready for summer (Consider having it serviced)Repair/replace damaged window screensFlush hot water heater and remove sediment

Test carbon monoxide and smoke detectorsClean garbage disposal (Crush ice, baking soda & citrus rinds)Run water and flush toilets in unused spacesRemove leaves and debris from gutters and downspoutsCheck water softener; add salt if neededClear dead plants/shrubs from the houseClean debris out of window wells

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AugustJulyTest carbon monoxide and smoke detectorsClean garbage disposal (Crush ice, baking soda & citrus rinds)Check water softener; add salt if neededRun water and flush toilets in unused spacesVacuum refrigerator coilsMaintain yard growthCheck and clean range hood fanCheck all locks and deadbolts on doors and windows

Test carbon monoxide and smoke detectorsClean garbage disposal (Crush ice, baking soda & citrus rinds)Inspect basement/crawl space for moisture issuesMend cracks and gaps in the driveway and walkwayLook for visible signs of ants, termites, and other destructive insectsClean and repair deck/patio as neededReplace batteries in smoke and carbon monoxide detectors

September OctoberTest carbon monoxide and smoke detectorsClean garbage disposal (Crush ice, baking soda & citrus rinds)Inspect roofing for missing, loose, or damaged shingles and leaksPower-wash windows and sidingFlush hot water heater and remove sedimentWinterize air conditioning systemGet heater system ready for winter (schedule inspection)Check weather stripping on doors and windowsApply fertilizer to lawn

Test carbon monoxide and smoke detectorsClean garbage disposal (Crush ice, baking soda & citrus rinds)Test sump pumpCheck water softener; add salt if neededRun water and flush toilets in unused spacesRake leaves and debris from gutters and downspoutsChange furnace filtersTurn off and flush outdoor water faucetsCover or store outdoor furnitureClean and inspect chimney

DecemberNovemberTest carbon monoxide and smoke detectorsClean garbage disposal (Crush ice, baking soda & citrus rinds)Clean the carpetsRemove lint from dryer exhaust ventCheck and remove debris from exhaust ductsReplace batteries in smoke and carbon monoxide detectorsCheck fire extinguisherClean kitchen exhaust hood and filterOil garage door tracks

Test carbon monoxide and smoke detectorsClean garbage disposal (Crush ice, baking soda & citrus rinds)Regularly check gutters for ice dams and iciclesRemove showerheads and clean sedimentInspect hoses on washing machine, dishwasher, and icemaker for leaksCheck sinks and toilets for leaks