A Seasonal Guide to Property Maintenance: Tasks to Perform Each Month

January: Winter Maintenance

• Inspect and clean gutters and downspouts to ensure proper water flow and prevent ice dams.
• Check roof condition, inspecting for damaged, missing, or loose shingles.
• Inspect and clean appliances, including oven, stove, and refrigerator, to prevent grease buildup and ensure efficiency.
• Inspect fire extinguishers, ensuring they’re easily accessible and fully charged.
• Check and replace air filters to improve indoor air quality and reduce energy consumption.

February: Pre-Spring Preparation

• Inspect plumbing fixtures, checking for leaks and worn-out washers.
• Check and repair any drafts around windows and doors to prevent heat loss.
• Inspect and clean smoke and carbon monoxide detectors to ensure proper function.
• Prepare your lawn for spring by aerating and fertilizing.
• Inspect and clean range hood filters to prevent grease buildup.

March: Spring Maintenance

• Inspect roof flashing, ensuring it’s secure and not damaged.
• Check and clean outdoor furniture, preparing it for warmer weather.
• Inspect and repair any cracks in sidewalks, driveways, and patios.
• Check and replace HVAC filters to ensure efficiency and reduce energy consumption.
• Inspect and clean refrigerator coils to improve efficiency.

April: Spring Cleaning

• Deep clean carpets, upholstered furniture, and drapes to remove allergens and odors.
• Inspect and clean windows, including sills and blinds.
• Check and repair any leaks under sinks, toilets, and around appliances.
• Inspect and clean garage door tracks and lubricate moving parts.
• Prepare your garden for spring by pruning and planting.

May: Pre-Summer Preparation

• Inspect and clean AC units, ensuring proper function and efficiency.
• Check and repair any cracks in walls, ceilings, and floors.
• Inspect and clean light fixtures, replacing bulbs as needed.
• Prepare your pool for summer by cleaning and inspecting equipment.
• Inspect and clean dryer vents to prevent fires.

June: Summer Maintenance

• Inspect and clean outdoor grills, ensuring proper function and safety.
• Check and repair any leaks in hoses and outdoor faucets.
• Inspect and clean ceiling fans, ensuring proper function and efficiency.
• Prepare your lawn for summer by mowing, edging, and fertilizing.
• Inspect and clean bathroom exhaust fans to prevent moisture buildup.

July: Summer Safety

• Inspect and clean smoke and carbon monoxide detectors to ensure proper function.
• Check and repair any electrical issues, including flickering lights and warm outlets.
• Inspect and clean garage door sensors to ensure proper function.
• Prepare your home for summer storms by trimming trees and securing outdoor furniture.
• Inspect and clean range hood filters to prevent grease buildup.

August: Pre-Fall Preparation

• Inspect and clean gutters and downspouts to ensure proper water flow.
• Check and repair any cracks in sidewalks, driveways, and patios.
• Inspect and clean windows, including sills and blinds.
• Prepare your garden for fall by pruning and harvesting.
• Inspect and clean refrigerator coils to improve efficiency.

September: Fall Maintenance

• Inspect roof condition, inspecting for damaged, missing, or loose shingles.
• Check and repair any drafts around windows and doors to prevent heat loss.
• Inspect and clean appliances, including oven, stove, and refrigerator, to prevent grease buildup and ensure efficiency.
• Inspect fire extinguishers, ensuring they’re easily accessible and fully charged.
• Check and replace air filters to improve indoor air quality and reduce energy consumption.

October: Fall Cleaning

• Deep clean carpets, upholstered furniture, and drapes to remove allergens and odors.
• Inspect and clean garage door tracks and lubricate moving parts.
• Check and repair any leaks under sinks, toilets, and around appliances.
• Inspect and clean light fixtures, replacing bulbs as needed.
• Prepare your home for winter by inspecting and cleaning HVAC systems.

November: Pre-Winter Preparation

• Inspect and clean gutters and downspouts to ensure proper water flow and prevent ice dams.
• Check and repair any electrical issues, including flickering lights and warm outlets.
• Inspect and clean smoke and carbon monoxide detectors to ensure proper function.
• Prepare your lawn for winter by aerating and fertilizing.
• Inspect and clean range hood filters to prevent grease buildup.

December: Winter Safety

• Inspect and clean fireplaces and chimneys to ensure proper function and safety.
• Check and repair any drafts around windows and doors to prevent heat loss.
• Inspect and clean appliances, including oven, stove, and refrigerator, to prevent grease buildup and ensure efficiency.
• Inspect fire extinguishers, ensuring they’re easily accessible and fully charged.
• Check and replace air filters to improve indoor air quality and reduce energy consumption.