Home care status
Maintenance
What needs care next.
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Equipment
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Tips
Priority
What to do next
Check attic after heavy rainAfter heavy rainDue soon
Attics can show roof leaks before ceilings stain below.
Next step
Look for wet decking, dark staining, daylight, or damp insulation after a heavy rain.
Check fire extinguisher gaugeTwice per yearDue soon
An extinguisher only helps if it is charged, accessible, and not expired.
Next step
Confirm the gauge is in the green and the extinguisher is easy to reach.
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Clean gutters and downspoutsSpring and fallDue soon
Gutters and downspouts protect the roof edge, siding, basement, crawlspace, and foundation.
Next step
Clear gutters, flush downspouts, and confirm discharge moves away from the house.
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Inspect exterior caulk and sealsYearlyDue soon
Gaps around windows, doors, and penetrations let water and pests into vulnerable areas.
Next step
Walk windows, doors, hose bibs, vents, and penetrations and mark gaps or failed caulk.
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Test main water shutoff gentlyYearlyDue soon
Old shutoff valves can seize. Finding that out during an active leak is expensive.
Next step
Turn the valve gently enough to confirm movement. Stop and call a plumber if it feels stuck or brittle.
Routine
Regular maintenance
Recurring work that keeps easy-to-forget problems from piling up.
Test carbon monoxide detectorsMonthlyUpcoming
CO issues are invisible and are more likely around fuel-burning equipment.
Next step
Test every CO detector and check the replacement date printed on the unit.
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Test smoke alarmsMonthlyUpcoming
Smoke alarms are one of the highest-value safety checks in the house.
Next step
Press the test button on each smoke alarm and replace weak batteries or expired units.
Supplies: step stool, fresh batteries if needed
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Check under sinks for leaksMonthly or quarterlyScheduled
Small supply or drain leaks often start quietly inside cabinets.
Next step
Look for damp cabinet bottoms, staining, corrosion, or musty smells.
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Test GFCI outletsQuarterlyScheduled
GFCI protection matters most near water and can fail without looking broken.
Next step
Press test and reset on kitchen, bath, garage, basement, and exterior GFCI outlets.
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Seasonal
Seasonal maintenance
spring prep based on this home's climate and systems.
Equipment
Equipment maintenance
Appliances, mechanical systems, yard tools, and special equipment that need their own care.
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Things homeowners often miss
Check attic after heavy rain
roof-gutters
Attics can show roof leaks before ceilings stain below.
Test main water shutoff gently
water-protection
Old shutoff valves can seize. Finding that out during an active leak is expensive.
Walk grading and drainage
foundation-basement
Most basement and crawlspace water problems start outside with water moving toward the house.
Locate and label main water shutoff
water-protection
The main water shutoff is the first thing you need during a burst pipe or major leak.
Inspect toilet bases
plumbing-water
A rocking toilet or failed wax seal can damage flooring before it is obvious.
Label electrical panel circuits
electrical
Good labels make electrical work, outages, and emergency shutoffs less confusing.