How often should I do home maintenance?

Break it down by season. A short checklist each spring, summer, fall, and winter prevents small issues from turning into expensive repairs.

What is the most important seasonal task?

Annual furnace service in the fall and gutter cleaning are the highest-impact tasks for preventing heating failures and water damage.

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Year-round tasks broken down by season.

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Inspect roof and gutters after winter

Service air conditioning before summer

Check exterior caulking and paint

Clean and seal deck

Check for pests and seal entry points

Clean dryer vent

Service furnace and replace filter

Clean gutters after leaves drop

Shut off and drain outdoor taps

Watch for ice dams on the roof

Monitor indoor humidity (condensation on windows)

Test smoke and CO detectors

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How often should I do home maintenance?: Break it down by season. A short checklist each spring, summer, fall, and winter prevents small issues from turning into expensive repairs.
What is the most important seasonal task?: Annual furnace service in the fall and gutter cleaning are the highest-impact tasks for preventing heating failures and water damage.

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