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Hire
a Licensed and Certified Home Inspector to perform a home maintenance
inspection every year (max every 2 years - recommended)
as part of your home maintenance plan. |
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In
the Spring:
• Check
for damage to your roof
• Check all the fascia and trim for deterioration
• Have a professional air conditioning
contractor inspect and maintain your system
• Check your water heater
• Replace all extension cords that have
become brittle, worn or damaged
• Check your fire extinguishers
• Clean the kitchen exhaust hood and air
filter
• Review your fire escape plan with your
family
• Repair all cracked, broken or uneven
driveways and walks to provide a level walking surface
• Check the shutoff valve at each plumbing
fixture to make sure they function
• Clean clothes dryer exhaust duct, damper,
and space under the dryer
• Inspect and clean dust from the covers
of your smoke and carbon monoxide alarms
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In
the Summer: 
• Check
kids playing equipment
• Check your wood deck or concrete patio
for deterioration
• Check the nightlight's at the top and
bottom of all stairs
• Check exterior siding
• Check all window and door locks
• Check your home for water leaks
• Check the water hoses on clothes washers,
refrigerator icemakers & dishwasher for cracks
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In
the Fall: 
• Check
your home for water leaks
• Have a heating professional check your
system every year
• Protect your home from frozen pipes
• Run all gas-powered lawn equipment
until the fuel is gone
• Test your emergency generator
• Have a certified chimney sweep inspect
& clean the flues & check your fireplace damper
• Remove bird nests from chimney flues
and outdoor electrical fixtures
• Inspect and clean dust from the covers
of your smoke and carbon monoxide alarms
• Make sure caulking around windows and
doors is adequate to reduce heat/cooling loss
• Make sure caulking around your bathroom
fixtures is adequate to prevent water from seeping into sub-flooring
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In
the Winter: 
• Clean
the gutters and downspouts
• Confirm firewood at least 20 feet away
from your home
• Remove screens from windows and install
storm windows
• Familiarize responsible family members
with the main gas & other appliance valves
• Clean the clothes dryer exhaust duct,
damper and space under the dryer
• Make sure all electrical holiday decorations
have tight connections
• Clean the kitchen exhaust hood and air
filter
• Check the water hoses on clothes washer,
refrigerator icemaker & dishwasher for cracks & bubbles
• Check your water heater
• Test all AFCI and GFCI devices
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349-4562
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