This schedule is provided as a guideline and should not be considered exhaustive. To help you accomplish recommended new home maintenance, post this list near your air conditioner unit. Review it each month when you change or clean the a/c filter.
Item |
Monthly |
Quarterly |
Semi-Annual |
Annual |
Comments |
Clean and test smoke alarms |
X |
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| Test and reset all GFI plugs | X |
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| Clean and change furnace filter | X |
Or as directed by manufacturer's literature |
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| Operate air conditioner system 24 hours a day, to control humidity | Daily |
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| Inspect heat system | X | Early in the fall | |||
| Inspect air conditioning system, including coils, overflow pan and condensation line | X | Early in the spring | |||
| Inspect site drainage to insure water is draining away from your home | X | Or following heavy rainfall | |||
| Seal exterior concrete cracks | X | Or as needed | |||
| Inspect exterior paint or stain | X | ||||
| Inspect and touch up, as needed, caulk around windows, doors, thresholds and roof penetrations | X | Or as needed | |||
| Inspect or touch up grout | X | Or as needed | |||
| Lube garage overhead door and tighten bolts | X | ||||
| Drain some water from bottom of water heater | X | Or as directed by manufacturer's literature | |||
| Clean gutters | X | Or as needed | |||
| Operate pressure relief valve on water heater | X | ||||
| Clean window weep holes | X | Or as needed | |||
| Clean masonry weep holes | X | Or as needed | |||
| Inspect roof and chimney flashing's | X | ||||
| Inspect behind and under refrigerator and ice maker for leakage | X | ||||
| Use exhaust fan in bath | Each time you bathe or shower | ||||
| Use exhaust fans in utility room | Each time you wash or dry clothes | ||||
| Clean lint filter | Each load of clothes you dry | ||||
| Inspect wall behind washing machine for moisture | X | ||||
| Inspect under dishwasher for leaks | X | ||||
| Inspect hot water heater pan | X | ||||
| Examine ceiling and lower walls for discoloration or water marks | X | Or following periods of rain | |||
| Ventilate home by opening several windows 3-4 inches for 30-60 minutes | Weekly | ||||
| Allow daylight to enter the home as much as possible | Daily | ||||
| Chimney cleaning | X | Or as needed | |||
| Test for air quality/mold | After any major water leak, if air smells musty, or if you see mold or mildew |
210s New Home Maint Sched - rev 1-16-03