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Spring Home Maintenance Checklist
March 16, 2021
March
☐ Inspect, and possibly change out HVAC filters
☐ Clean kitchen sink disposal
☐ Clean range hood filters
☐Inspect your fire extinguisher(s)
April
☐ Inspect, and possibly change out HVAC filters
☐ Clean kitchen sink disposal
☐ Clean range hood filters
☐Inspect your fire extinguisher(s)
May
☐ Inspect, and possibly change out HVAC filters
☐ Clean kitchen sink disposal
☐ Clean range hood filters
☐Inspect your fire extinguisher(s)
Quarterly
☐ Test smoke/carbon monoxide detectors
☐ Test garage door auto-reverse feature
☐ Run water and flush toilets in unused spaces
☐Check water softener, add salt if needed
Biannually
☐ Test your water heater’s pressure relief valve
☐Replace batteries in smoke/carbon monoxide detectors
Annually
☐ Check the exterior drainage
☐ Clean out gutters
☐ Inspect the exterior of your home
☐ Get your air conditioning system ready for summer; consider servicing
☐ Repair/replace damaged window screens
☐ Clear dead plants/shrubs from the house
☐ Check trees for interference with electric lines
☐ Inspect roofing for damage, leaks, etc.