Inspecting your home and completing monthly home improvement projects will keep your maintenance schedule on track and easier to manage. Use this list as a guide for your new year home maintenance checklist to help save time and money.
- Clean the furnace filter to remove dust build-ups, make it easier to regulate your home’s temperature, and ultimately decrease energy bills.
- Check the water softener and replenish salt if necessary.
- Clean the faucet aerators and showerheads to remove mineral deposits to prevent any damage.
- Inspect tub and sink drains for debris; unclog if necessary.
- Test smoke alarms, carbon monoxide detectors, fire extinguishers, and all ground-fault circuit interrupters to ensure they are in working order.
- Inspect electrical cords for wear.
- Vacuum heat registers and heat vents to help prevent any dust build-up.
- Check that indoor and outdoor air vents are not blocked and are circulating correctly.
- Flush out hot water from the water heater to remove accumulated sediment.
- Clean the garbage disposal by grinding ice cubes, then flushing with hot water and baking soda.
Winter weather can be harsh on your home. The below-freezing temperatures can cause problems, including frozen pipes and roof damage. To prevent winter harm and avoid calling a professional in the middle of a blizzard, be sure to check these winter items off your home maintenance checklist:
- Cover your air-conditioning unit.
- Check the basement for leaks during thaws.
- Inspect the roof, gutters, and downspouts for damage after storms.
- Vacuum your bathroom exhaust fan grill.
- Vacuum refrigerator and freezer coils and empty and clean drip trays.
- Clean drains in sinks, tubs, showers, and dishwashers.
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