Essential Maintenance Check List For Every Home Owner

Taking care of your home requires regular maintenance. You need to keep on top of things in order to keep your home running efficiently and potentially add value to it for the future. Have a look at the essential maintenance checklist for every homeowner below, organised into seasons.

OK, so this may not be an exhaustive list of everything you need to do in your house. After all, everyone’s house is going to be different and the to-do list for a new build will be very different from that of a listed building. However, we all have two things in common; our home is our castle and it’s likely one of our biggest investments. 

This list is organised into the seasons in which it takes to tackle them, tick off everything as you go along, this should help you to avoid unexpected costs and help when you need to call in specialists like the best hvac companies later down the line. 

Spring Months

• Complete a check of the roof for any damages that have happened over the winter months and for any moss growth. 
• Install bird cages to any chimney pots. 
• Check your gutters and if required clean the guttering and drainage holes. Remove any leaves, moss and anything else that shouldn’t be there. It’s essential for you to do this in order for them to effectively take water away. 
• Make sure your bricks are clean and clear. 
• Clean you windows outside and inside and check the frames for any damages. Fix them if needed. 
• Check your exterior paint. 
• Do a deep clean of your home. 
• Check your loft for any damp after the winter.
• Reset the temperature on your thermostat. 
• Replace the trimmer line in the weed eater if necessary, check fluid levels in the lawn mower and other gas powered tools. 
• Hire an arborist to trim your trees at The Local Tree Experts

Summer Months 

Now that the weather starts to warm up it’s time to head outdoors with your home maintenance. 

• Clean any garden furniture sets. 
• Power wash your decking or patio right at the start of the summer, to help prevent them from getting slippy. 
• Repair and paint external woodwork including things like fencing, window frames, plant pots and doors. Make sure to use the right tools by checking out paint zoom sprayer reviews.
• Repointing 
• Now is the perfect time to prune large trees and shrubs, especially if they are close to your home. If left they can dramatically contribute to subsidence.
• Think about trimming any climbing plants, try to avoid them growing over any windows or guttering. 
• Get your annual boiler service completed. 
• Eash all your duvets, pillows, curtains and mattresses. 
• If your sofa allows it, remove the covers and wash them. If you can’t remove them think about steam cleaning them. 
• Check the seals around your bath and sinks to make sure they aren’t leaking or cracked. If it’s discoloured it might be showing you it’s time to think about replacing it to prevent any problems in the immediate future. If you’re not confident doing this yourself, look for a professional service that can do this for you. 
• When summer starts to end it might be a good idea to have a look at gas and electricity prices ready for the winter, you want to make sure you have the best rate as the cooler months are when we consume the most energy. Have a look at a switching and comparison tool online. 

Autumn

The autumn months are when you are starting your preparations for the upcoming winter months, you want to make sure it is winter-proof in order to protect yourself from unexpected costs. 

• Arrange for your chimney to be swept or do it yourself. 
• If your roof is flat, make sure there is no standing water that could cause damage in the future. 
• Bleed all the radiators in your home, making sure they are working properly for the winter. 
• Clean and store your garden furniture ready for next year. 
• Once all the leaves have dropped, make sure you clear your drainage holes and gutters. You should also make sure any drainwork is tightly secured to the wall correctly. 
• Clear any leaves and debris that has gathered around and near your external walls to prevent any risk of damp.
• Make sure there is a minimum of 150mm clearance between your damp proof course and the ground.
• Make sure you remember to insulate any external pipes and taps this will help to prevent them from freezing and bursting over winter.
• As the nights draw in, it’s important to make sure your security lights are working and any outbuildings and sheds are locked up and secure.
• This is a good time to review your home insurance. Check that your level of cover is enough and make a clear note of when it expires. 

Winter

• Regularly check your fences for any damages after bad weather like storms. Complete any repairs needed with haste, it will help to prevent more costs in the future. 
• Check the seals around your bath and sinks to make sure they aren’t leaking or cracked. If it’s discoloured it might be showing you it’s time to think about replacing it to prevent any problems in the immediate future. If you’re not confident doing this yourself, look for a plumber in Vaughan professional service that can do this for you.
• After windy weather or heavy snowfall check your roof, repair if you need to. 
• Keep your garden clear of any debris. If you have any dead branched still attached to trees, make sure you remove them. 
• Remember to open your windows once in a while to prevent any damp. 
• Wipe away any condensation. 
• Always check your pipes after any extreme cold weather. 
• Tie-down any large or loose garden items than could be taken away from strong winds. It can be dangerous and costly if you don’t do this. 

Monthly Essentials

As well as completing different tasks throughout the year the is some tasks that you might want to think about completing monthly, some are included below: 

• Make sure your boiler pressure is correct.
• Check the filters in any air conditioning units. 
• Test any smoke alarms. 
• Check your carbon monoxide detectors
• Remove any fluff from your tumble dryer, especially if you are using a washer, dryer. 
• Clean and top up the rinse aid and salt in your dishwasher. 
• Submit your meter readings
• Tidy up any bits and bobs
• Repair as and when it’s needed. 

This checklist should help to keep you on track on all of your home maintenance, is there anything else that should be included? Please share in the comments below. 

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