Seasonal Maintenance
Spring
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March
- Clean furnace filter and HRV, replace filters as needed
- Check attic space
- Clean humidifier
- Vacuum rear of refrigerator and freezer to improve operating efficiency
- Clean drip pans
- Remove snow and ice from roof overhangs / vents
- Check and reset GFCI
- Test smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detectors for operation, replace batteries as required
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April
- Check eaves troughs and downspouts for blockages of debris, etc.
- Clean furnace filter and HRV, replace filters as required
- Clean humidifier
- Inspect basement and/or crawl spaces
- Check roof for loose or cracked shingles
- Check driveways and walkways for frost damage
- Check water heater for leaks
- Turn on exterior water supply
- Plan landscaping to avoid soil settlement and water pooling
- Check and reset GFCI
- Test smoke alarms and carbon monoxide detectors for operation, replace batteries as needed
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May
- Inspect fences
- Check caulking for air and water leaks
- Lubricate weather stripping on doors
- Check exterior finishes for detachment, displacement and damages
- Check windows and screens are operating properly
- Check and reset GFCI
- Test smoke alarms and carbon monoxide detectors for operation, replace batteries as needed
Summer
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June
- Inspect air conditioning, close air supply vents to basement to direct cooler air to upper levels of your house
- Adjust thermostat to summer mode if you have an air conditioner, temperature should be set at 23C or warmer when heat isn’t needed
- Check roof for loose or damaged shingles
- Check sheds and garages
- Check sealing around windows and doors for air and water leaks
- Fertilize lawn
- Water lawn in the early morning and late evening
- Only cut the tops of lawn to avoid burning your grass
- Turn earth at trees, leave the area around the tree clear (do not plant any flowers or shrubs)
- Pressure wash salt build up from garage
- Check water heater for leaks
- Check and reset GFCI
- Test smoke alarms and carbon monoxide detectors for operation, replace batteries as needed
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July
- Air out damp basements on dry, sunny days
- Clean air conditioner filter
- Check exhaust fans for dust build up and operation, clean as required
- Check water heater for leaks
- Check and reset GFCI
- Test smoke alarms and carbon monoxide detectors for operation, replace batteries as required
- Water lawn in the early morning and late evening
- Only cut the tops of lawn to avoid burning your grass
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August
- Clean air conditioner filter
- Air out damp basements on dry, sunny days
- Inspect driveways and walkways
- Inspect doors and locks for functionality
- Check and reset GFCI
- Test smoke alarms and carbon monoxide detectors for operation, replace batteries as needed
- Water lawn in the early morning and late evening
- Only cut the tops of lawn to avoid burning your grass
Fall
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September
- Check exterior finishes for damages, displacement and detachment
- Check garage overhead door for proper operation. Lubricate tracks, rollers and hinges.
- Check caulking for air and water leaks
- Plant new lawn as needed
- Water lawn in the early morning and late evening
- Only cut the tops of lawn to avoid burning your grass
- Check fireplace and chimney, turn off pilot light for gas fireplace and clean glazing (see your fireplace manual for directions)
- Check basement
- Have humidifier, furnace and HRV serviced
- Check clothes dryer vent for lint build up and remove as required
- Check and reset GFCI
- Test smoke alarms and carbon monoxide detectors for operation, replace batteries as required
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October
- Check windows and screens for operation and air and water leaks
- Drain exterior hose bibs and shut off water supply
- Check roof shingles, flashing and vents
- Check weather stripping
- Check sealing around windows and doors for air or water leaks
- Winterize landscaping and remove leaves
- Clean furnace filter and HRV, replace filter as needed
- Clean water heater
- Check eaves troughs and downspouts for blockages
- Clean humidifier
- Check and reset GFCI
- Test smoke alarms and carbon monoxide detectors for operation, replace batteries as needed
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November
- Check attic space
- Inspect floor drains to ensure trap is filled with water
- Clean furnace filter and HRV, replace filters as required
- Check for condensation and humidity throughout your home
- Check and reset GFCI
- Test smoke alarms and carbon monoxide detectors for operation, replace batteries as required
Winter
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December
- Check air ducts are clean and not blocked by dust, furnishings, drapes, etc.
- Check for excessive snow on roof, remove as required at vents and over hang
- Clean furnace filter and HRV, replace filters as needed
- Clean humidifier
- Check and reset GFCI
- Test smoke alarms and carbon monoxide detectors for operation, replace batteries as required
- Remember to use only concrete friendly de-icers
- Clear any water or slush accumulation at garage to avoid overhead doors sticking and ice from building up
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January
- Clean furnace filter and heat recovery ventilator (HRV), clean or replace filters as required
- Check furnace fan belt
- Check water heater
- Check exhaust fans for dust build up and operation
- Clean humidifier
- Remove snow and ice from roof overhangs / vents
- Check and reset ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI)
- Test smoke and carbon monoxide detectors for operation, change batteries as required
- Remember to use only concrete friendly de-icers
- Clear any water or slush accumulation at garage to avoid overhead doors sticking and ice from building up
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February
- Clean furnace filter and HRV, replace filters as needed
- Check inside surfaces for water penetration
- Remove snow and ice from roof overhangs / vents
- Check and reset GFCI
- Test smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detectors for operation, replace batteries as required
- Remember to use only concrete friendly de-icers
- Clear any water or slush accumulation at garage to avoid overhead doors sticking and ice from building up