Windows & Doors

Exterior

Repair cracked windows

Clean out gutters / install gutter strainers

Putty, caulk & add weather stripping as needed

Repair any loose or hanging gutters

Clean & lubricate window channels for smoother sliding

Make sure downspouts direct water away from foundation

Remove storm windows & install screens

Repair any damage to steps or walkways

Clean windows

Check house exterior for peeling paint

Porch, Patio & Deck

Check house trim for damage or peeling paint

Clean & repair outdoor furniture

Check for missing or loose siding

Clean & seal deck

Caulk joints & minor cracks

Check deck wood for nails pops and signs of rotting & replace boards where necessary.

Remove leaves & other debris that have accumulated during the winter

Power wash deck

Look for deteriorated finished to preserve wood

Attic

Repair/replace damaged mailbox

Check vent openings for nests & other blockage

Power wash house exterior

Make sure vents &/or attic fans work properly

Clean garbage cans and recycling bins

Look for signs of roof or flashing leaks on rafters & insulation

Clear any debris away from dryer vents, exhaust vents & downspouts

Plumbing

Open up valves to outside hose bibs or taps

Flush a few gallons of water out of the water heater to remove minerals

Check exterior lights for proper operation-repair/replace as needed

Repair or replace any dripping faucets

Roof

Basement

Check roof for damaged or missing shingles

Check for and seal cracks & leaks in walls & floor

Repair damaged soffit panels

Clean vents & ensure proper operation

Driveways

Test, clean & lubricate sump pump

Reseal driveways

Interior

Electrical

Make sure stair rails are secure and repair if needed

Check lamps & appliances for frayed cords

Check caulk around tubs, sinks & showers

Heating/Cooling

Repair any nail pops in ceilings or walls

Clean baseboard heaters

Check backup batteries in all smoke & CO2 detectors

Change furnace/AC air filter

Appliances

Clean furnace humidifier unit & any room humidifiers

Clean refrigerator condenser coils & back panel

Clean & store space heaters

Clean kitchen exhaust hood (or change filter)

Clean ceiling fans & check for proper operation

Windows & Doors

Exterior

Repair cracked windows

Clean out gutters / install gutter strainers

Putty, caulk & add weather stripping as needed

Repair any loose or hanging gutters

Clean & lubricate window channels for smoother sliding

Make sure downspouts direct water away from foundation

Remove, clean & store screens. Install storm windows.

Caulk joints & minor cracks

Clean windows

Remove leaves & annuals, cut back perennial plants

Porch, Patio & Deck

Repair any peeling paint on exterior of house

Clean & store summer sports equipment, golf clubs, balls, bikes, etc.

Drain & store (or wrap) birdbaths, planters & garden decorations

Check deck wood for nails pops and signs of rotting & replace boards where necessary.

Secure dryer vents, air intakes & other small openings into house to prevent animals from entering

Power wash deck

Caulk joints & minor cracks

Attic

Winterize lawn equipment after final mowing of the season

Look for signs of roof or flashing leaks on rafters & insulation

Prepare snow blower for use, make sure snow shovels are in good condition

Plumbing

Repair/replace exterior lights as needed

Insulate outside of water heater tank

Exterior Plumbing

Repair or replace any dripping faucets

Winterize ponds & water features

Basement

Drain & shut off sprinkler system & other lines

Check for and seal cracks & leaks in walls & floor

Remove all hoses from outside spigots

Clean vents & ensure proper operation

Roof

Test, clean & lubricate sump pump

Check roof for missing or damaged shingles

Electrical

Repair damaged flashing

Check lamps & appliances for frayed cords

Heating/Cooling

Interior

Winterize exterior air conditioning unit

Make sure stair rails are secure and repair if needed

Replace furnace filter

Check caulk around tubs, sinks & showers

Clean & check humidifier for proper operation, replace filter

Repair any nail pops in ceilings or walls

Check backup batteries in all smoke & CO2 detectors