Maintenance Ideas for Fall & Winter
Exterior
- Does vegetation need to be trimmed away from the external walls?
- Is weather-stripping and caulking in good condition around windows and doors?
- Have outside pool equipment, water lines and hoses been drained, stored and/or winterized?
- Does the mortar on the chimney need repointing?
- Do roof shingles or flashing need to be repaired or replaced?
- Do overhanging tree branches need to be trimmed away from the roof?
- Is there any decay of the soffit and fascia?
- Are the gutters and downspouts clean, free of debris and draining away from the house?
- Check and remove snow or ice build up on the roof.
Interior
- Check and clean exhaust fans, range hood, and, filters
- Check for condensation and humidity
- Check attic and ventilation
Fireplaces, Wood Stoves and Chimneys
- Are they cleaned and ready to go for the season?
- Do fire bricks need repair or replacing?
- Are doors, seals, spark screens and dampers in good operating condition?
Heating Systems
- Is servicing required on your unit?
- Is the unit free of debris and clean?
- Have filters been cleaned or changed?
- Have hot water tanks and boilers been drained and checked?
- Is the humidifier clean and operational?
Foundation/Basement
- Are window wells free of debris and draining properly?
- Is regrading of soil required within 2 or 3 feet around the house?
- Are floor drains clean and functional?
- Are there cracks in the foundation wall or floors?
- Are there any signs of moisture present?
- Are sump pumps and sump pits operational?
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