• Spring

  Due Apr 15 · overdue

  Inspect roof and flashing

  Look for lifted shingles, cracked caulk around vents, and debris in valleys.

• Spring

  Due Apr 20 · overdue

  Clean gutters and downspouts

  Flush with a hose. Confirm downspouts drain 6+ ft from the foundation.

• Spring

  Due May 1 · overdue

  Service central A/C or heat pump

  Replace filter, rinse the outdoor coil, and confirm cooling before the first hot week.

• Spring

  Due May 10 · overdue

  Check grading around foundation

  Soil should slope away from the house. Top up low spots with clean fill.

• Spring

  Due May 15 · overdue

  Reconnect exterior hoses

  Open the sillcock, check for drips inside, and inspect hose washers.

• Summer

  Due Jul 1 · overdue

  Recaulk exterior windows and doors

  Warm, dry weather is ideal. Focus on south and west exposures.

• Summer

  Due Jul 15 · overdue

  Inspect and clean deck

  Tighten loose fasteners, sweep between boards, reseal if water no longer beads.

• Summer

  Due Aug 1 · overdue

  Clean dryer vent

  Disconnect the duct and vacuum lint from the full run to the exterior hood.

• Summer

  Due Aug 15 · overdue

  Test smoke and CO alarms

  Press test on each unit. Replace batteries if older than a year.

• Fall

  Due Sep 15 · overdue

  Service furnace and change filter

  Book a professional tune-up. Replace the filter and confirm heat before frost.

• Fall

  Due Oct 25

  Second gutter cleaning

  After most leaves have dropped. Check for sagging or loose brackets.

• Fall

  Due Nov 1

  Disconnect and drain hoses

  Shut off interior valve to outdoor taps and drain the line before first freeze.

• Fall

  Due Nov 5

  Check weatherstripping

  Feel for drafts at doors and windows. Replace worn seals.

• Fall

  Due Nov 15

  Inspect chimney and fireplace

  Have wood-burning appliances swept and inspected before regular use.

• Winter

  Due Jan 10 · overdue

  Check attic after first snow

  Uneven melt patterns can signal insulation gaps. Look for frost on nail tips.

• Winter

  Due Jan 20 · overdue

  Watch for ice dams

  Clear snow from the lower 3–4 ft of roof edge with a roof rake after heavy snow.

• Winter

  Due Feb 1 · overdue

  Monitor indoor humidity

  Aim for 30–40%. Condensation on windows means humidity is too high.

• Winter

  Due Feb 15 · overdue

  Inspect plumbing on exterior walls

  Open cabinet doors during cold snaps. Know where your main shut-off is.

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