May Maintenance Checklist

☐ Shut down and clean furnace humidifier, and close the furnace humidifier damper on units with central air conditioning
☐ Inspect the HVAC fan belt for frayed or worn spots, and check tension (keep spare belt on hand)
☐ Shut off gas heater valve, then check exhaust and air shutter openings for dirt and dust. Clean the burner of lint and dirt by vacuuming air passages to burner
☐ Turn OFF gas furnace and fireplace pilot lights where possible
☐ Inspect your attic to make sure it is getting cool, fresh air and that there is no evidence of condensation
☐ Clean around air conditioner compressor & uncover
☐ Clean disposal blades by grinding up ice cubes, with citrus fruit rinds and baking soda
☐ Inspect dishwasher for leaks
☐ Clean/replace kitchen range hood exhaust fan filters
☐ Clean the range-hood filter
☐ Clean your appliances
☐ Remove and clean range burners
☐ Wash and rinse the clothes-dryer lint screen
☐ Inspect, clean, and lubricate at least one major appliance per the manufacturer instructions
☐ Deep-clean laminate surfaces
☐ Clean and brighten tile and grout
☐ Deep-clean all types of flooring
☐ Test GFI receptacles and circuit breakers
☐ Check for caulking cracks and separations around sinks, bathtubs, toilets, countertops, back splashes, faucets, window sills, etc
☐ Clean and freshen your drains
☐ Inspect and clean faucet aerators and shower heads
☐ Pour water down unused drains and flush unused toilets
☐ Test smoke and carbon monoxide detectors, change if 10 years or older
☐ Test the water-heater pressure and temperature-relief valve for proper operation
☐ Clean/replace HVAC air filters
☐ Vacuum air supply and air return registers to remove dust
☐ Check for water penetration around windows, exterior doors and ceiling
☐ Check caulking/seals around showers, bathtubs, sinks, toilet tanks to bowl connection and bases
☐ Check fire extinguishers to ensure they are fully charged
☐ Ensure all stairs and railing do not have loose steps, rails or spindles
☐ Make sure air vents indoors and outside are not blocked
☐ Inspect and seal visible foundation areas, pipes, vents and ducts
☐ Check water-purification and water-softener filters
☐ Check air intakes for insect blockages and debris
☐ Test automatic garage door opener, grease as needed, and and ensure that the auto-reverse mechanism is properly adjusted
☐ Scrub mildewed areas of house exterior and treat for mildew and fungus on decks
☐ Check electric, antenna guy wires and support straps, repair or replace as needed
☐ Check gutters, downspouts, and roof penetrations for leaks
☐ Clean out gutters and downspout elbows
☐ Clear all drainage ditches and culverts of debris
☐ Inspect grading around the house to be sure water drains away from the foundation on all sides
☐ Make sure that your lawn sprinkler heads do not spray the walls of the house
☐ Re-level any exterior steps or decks which moved due to settling