New Home Maintenance Schedule
This schedule is provided as a guideline and should not be considered exhaustive. To help you accomplish recommended new home maintenance, post this list near your air conditioner unit. Review it each month when you change or clean the a/c filter.
| Item | Monthly | Quarterly | Semi-Annual | Annual | Comments |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clean and test smoke alarms | X | ||||
| Test and reset all GFI plugs | X | ||||
| Clean and change furnace filter | X | Or as directed by manufacturer's literature | |||
| Operate air conditioner system 24 hours a day | To control humidity (Daily) | ||||
| Inspect heat system | X | Early in the fall | |||
| Inspect air conditioning system (coils, overflow pan, line) | X | Early in the spring | |||
| Inspect site drainage | X | Insure water drains away from home; or after heavy rain | |||
| Seal exterior concrete cracks | X | Or as needed | |||
| Inspect exterior paint or stain | X | ||||
| Inspect/touch up caulk (windows, doors, roof) | X | Or as needed | |||
| Inspect or touch up grout | X | Or as needed | |||
| Lube garage overhead door and tighten bolts | X | ||||
| Drain water from bottom of water heater | X | Or as directed by manufacturer | |||
| Clean gutters | X | Or as needed | |||
| Operate pressure relief valve on water heater | X | ||||
| Clean window weep holes | X | Or as needed | |||
| Clean masonry weep holes | X | Or as needed | |||
| Inspect roof and chimney flashing | X | ||||
| Inspect behind/under refrigerator for leakage | X | ||||
| Use exhaust fan in bath | Each time you bathe or shower | ||||
| Use exhaust fans in utility room | Each time you wash or dry clothes | ||||
| Clean lint filter | Each load of clothes you dry | ||||
| Inspect wall behind washing machine for moisture | X | ||||
| Inspect under dishwasher for leaks | X | ||||
| Inspect hot water heater pan | X | ||||
| Examine ceiling/lower walls for discoloration | X | Or following periods of rain | |||
| Ventilate home (open windows 3-4" for 30-60 min) | Weekly | ||||
| Allow daylight to enter the home | Daily | ||||
| Chimney cleaning | X | Or as needed | |||
| Test for air quality/mold | After major leak, if musty, or visible mold |