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Home Maintenance Checklist

Here's a simple bi-annual "top to bottom" checklist to keep your home in shape year-round.

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• Roof: Check roof and around vents, skylights and chimneys for leaks.
• Attic: If there is no ridge vent, keep gable vents open year-round to ensure proper ventilation.
• Fireplace: Clean fireplace of ashes. Check chimney for loose or missing mortar. Have chimney professionally cleaned.
• Filters: Remember to clean or replace filters once a month, or as needed. Check and clean dryer vent, air conditioner, stove hood and room fans.
• Safety Equipment: Ensure that all smoke detectors, carbon monoxide detectors and fire extinguishers are in good working order.
• Faucets: Check for leaky faucets in kitchen and bathroom(s).
  Windows and Doors: Seal drafty doors and windows. Replace seals as needed.
• Basement: Check basement walls and floor for dampness.
  Heating System: Have heating system serviced. Change filters.
• Hot Water Heater: Drain hot water heater. Remove sediment from the bottom of the tank.