Grounds and Yard	Spring	Fall	Annually	As Needed
Drain outside water lines and hoses.		x
Clean area wells, window wells, and storm drains	x	x
Check driveways and sidewalks for cracks, yard for settlement and soil erosion.	x
Check safety and reversing mechanism on electric garage door operators, adust if neeeded.			x

 

Doors and Windows	Spring	Fall	Annually	As Needed
Check doors, windows, and trim for finish failure	x
Check glazed openings for loose putty.	x
Check for broken glass and damaged screens.	x
Check and lubricate sindow hardware.			x
Check weatherstripping for damge and tightness of fit.	x	x
Check caulking at doors, windows, and all other openings and joints between dissimilar materials (like wood and masontry)	x

 

Exterior Walls	Spring	Fall	Annually	As Needed
Check masonry for cracks and loose joints.	x
Check painted surfaces for paint failure	x
Check siding and trim for damage and decay.	x

 

Roof	Spring	Fall	Annually	As Needed
Check for damaged or loose shingles, blistered roofing.	x
Check underside of roof where accessible for water stains or dampness	x
Check for damaged flashing.	x
Check for damaged gutters, downspouts, hangers, strainers, and rust.	x
Clean gutters and downspouts.				x
Sweep debris from flat and low slope roofs.			x
Evaluate roof for future replacement.			x
Check vents, louvers, chimney caps and housings for bird nests, ect.	x	x
Check fascias and soffits for paint failure and decay.	x
Check antenna buy wires and supports.			x
Check masonry chimneys	x

 

Interior Surfaces	Spring	Fall	Annually	As Needed
Check all joints in ceramic tile, laminated plastic, and similar surfaces.	x	x
check grouting around tubs, showers and sinks	x	x

 

Floors	Spring	Fall	Annually	As Needed
Check for wear and damage, particularly where one material meets another.			x
Evaluate for replacement or refinishing			x

 

Plumbing	Spring	Fall	Annual	As Needed
Check flush valves, faucets, hose bibs, and supply and drainage piping, including those in basement and/or crawl space			x
Check septic tank				x
Check water heater			x

 

Electrical Systems	Spring	Fall	Annual	As Needed
Check condition of lamp cords, extension cords, and plugs.  Replace at first sign of wear or damage.	x	x
Check exposed and overhead wiring for damage and missing insulation.  Replace or repair as needed.			x
If fuses blow or breakers trip frequently, call an electrician to locate the cause and make repairs.				x
If you feel a slight shock or tingling from touching any appliance, disconnect it and make repairs.				x
Test ground fault circuit interrupters (GFCI's)	x	x