January

• Change AC filter(s)
• Test smoke and carbon monoxide detectors
• Clean garbage disposal
• Tighten handles/knobs on doors, cabinets, etc
• Clean and check oven range hood fan and vents
• Deep clean and inspect basement
• Vacuum refrigerator coils
• If you have any rarely or unused areas, flush the toilets and run the water to assure they are working properly
• Clean/polish kitchen cabinets
• Clean stove top and oven

February

• Change AC filter(s)
• Test smoke and carbon monoxide detectors
• Clean garbage disposal
• Clean and vacuum curtains and dust blinds
• Clean ceiling fans and light fixtures
• Check for pipe leaks from sinks and toilet
• Check the caulking around bathtubs and showers and repair as needed
• Clean baseboards and doors and touch up with paint if needed

March

• Change AC filter(s)
• Test smoke and carbon monoxide detectors
• Clean garbage disposal
• Inspect roofing
• Check your exterior drainage
• Have AC serviced for upcoming Summer months
• Repair/replace any damaged window screens
• Check weatherstripping around window and doors repair as needed

April

• Change AC filter(s)
• Test smoke and carbon monoxide detectors
• Clean garbage disposal
• If you have any rarely or unused areas, flush the toilets and run the water to assure they are working properly
• Clear debris from gutters
• Clean up landscaping by clearing dead plants from yard
• Clean out window wells of debris

May

• Change AC filter(s)
• Test smoke and carbon monoxide detectors
• Clean garbage disposal
• Have professional inspection completed of septic tank
• Inspect and clean all outdoor lighting
• Inspect siding and trim – re-nail any loose pieces
• Oil garage door tracks
• Trim trees and bushes

June

• Change AC filter(s)
• Test smoke and carbon monoxide detectors
• Clean garbage disposal
• Check dryer exhaust vents and remove any extra lint
• Check kitchen and bath grout – re-grout/clean as needed
• Pressure wash home’s exterior and windows
• Inspect plumbing for leaks

July

• Change AC filter(s)
• Test smoke and carbon monoxide detectors
• Clean garbage disposal
• Run water and flush toilet in any unused spaces
• Vacuum refrigerator coils
• Clean range hood fan
• Check all locks on door and windows

August

• Change AC filter(s)
• Test smoke and carbon monoxide detectors
• Clean garbage disposal
• Inspect crawl space/basement for moisture
• Inspect driveway and walkway – mend cracks and gaps
• Inspect deck/patio and clean/repair as needed

September

• Change AC filter(s)
• Test smoke and carbon monoxide detectors
• Clean garbage disposal
• Have roofing inspected
• Flush hot water heater
• Inspect heater to prepare for colder months
• Check weatherstripping on door and windows

October

• Change AC filter(s)
• Test smoke and carbon monoxide detectors
• Clean garbage disposal
• Run water and flush toilets in unused spaces
• Clean out gutters
• Clean and inspect chimney and fireplace

November

• Change AC filter(s)
• Test smoke and carbon monoxide detectors
• Clean garbage disposal
• Professional carpet cleaning
• Check dryer exhaust ducts and remove any extra lint
• Oil garage door tracks

December

• Change AC filter(s)
• Test smoke and carbon monoxide detectors
• Clean garbage disposal
• Remove and clean shower heads
• Inspect washing machine hoses
• Check sinks and toilets for leaks