Seasonal checklists
Seasonal Home Maintenance Checklist: Spring, Summer, Fall and Winter
A seasonal home maintenance checklist for new homeowners: spring, summer, fall and winter tasks, monthly safety checks and regional storm tips.
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Seasonal checklists
Most home problems announce themselves slowly: a clogged gutter, a dusty filter, a dripping hose bib. A short checklist each season catches them while they are still cheap.
Seasonal checklists
How to Winterize Your Home: A Step-by-Step Guide for New Homeowners
How to winterize your home: protect pipes from freezing, seal air leaks, service your heating, prevent carbon monoxide poisoning and plan for outages.
Frequently asked questions
When should I winterize my home?
Before the first hard freeze in your area. Use your local forecast as the guide: outdoor faucets and exposed pipes should be protected before temperatures drop below freezing.
How often should I change my HVAC filter?
Follow the filter and equipment maker's guidance. Check it monthly, especially during heavy heating and cooling seasons, and replace it when it looks dirty.
Do I need a different checklist for my region?
Yes, partly. Everyone should test alarms and clean gutters, but homes in hurricane, wildfire or hard-freeze areas need extra seasonal steps. Ready.gov has region-specific guidance.
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