Annual Home Maintenance Checklist

A 12-task annual pass across the exterior, water safety, alarms and home comfort systems.

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Exterior

Inspect roof and flashing from ground levelClear accessible gutters and downspoutsCheck exterior caulk and paintTest outdoor lighting

Water & safety

Check under sinks for leaksTest smoke and carbon-monoxide alarmsKnow the main water shutoff locationReview fire extinguisher condition

Comfort & efficiency

Replace HVAC filter if dueClean refrigerator coils per manualCheck weatherstrippingReverse ceiling fans for the season

TURN FINDINGS INTO A PLAN

Tools for your next step

Measure the affected area, compare a complete project scope or use safe first checks for a problem you found.

MEASURERoofing CalculatorTurn a roof inspection note into a measured planning area.Open →SAFE CHECKSAC Not CoolingUse visible, non-invasive checks when seasonal cooling is weak.Open →BUDGETInterior Painting CostScope preparation, coatings and occupied-room logistics for a complete quote.Open →

SAFETY BOUNDARY

Inspect, plan and document

Inspect from safe, accessible positions. Roof access, live electrical panels, gas equipment and structural repairs belong with qualified professionals.

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