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You are welcome to use the following Home and Yard Maintenance Checklists to help manage your home and property maintenance needs.
Just print them out and check off the items.
We will be happy to assist you if needed.

 

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Home Maintenance  Checklist

 

 

* For appliance maintenance schedules and procedures, refer to the specific owner's manual.

 

 

 

 

 

As Needed

Condition

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Close fireplace damper when not in use

 

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Fix leaky faucets

 

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Unclog slow-running drains

 

 

Monthly

 

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Inspect and test smoke and fire alarms

 

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Inspect and replace filters as necessary (air conditioner, furnace, pool, and so on)

 

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Clean/vacuum grill and inside compressor unit of central air conditioner, when in use

 

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Walk around the house exterior to check general condition

 

 

Spring

 

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Replace smoke and fire alarm batteries (at least twice per year)

 

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Shut down furnace and service cooler or air conditioner

 

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Inspect and touch up exterior house paint

 

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Inspect foundation for water penetration, settlement, and cracks

 

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Inspect or treat exterior wood for splintering, decay, and insect damage

 

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Inspect window insulation and remove storm windows

 

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Clean exterior of upper-story windows (twice per year)

 

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Install window screens, repairing as needed

 

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Clean gutters and inspect downspouts (twice per year)

 

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Inspect roof for warping, aging, moss, and cracking

 

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Perform seasonal pest control (quarterly)

 

 

Summer

 

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Inspect exposed plumbing areas for dampness (twice per year)

 

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Fix loose or cracked caulking around tiles, sinks, tubs, showers, toilets, and counters

 

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Inspect appliance hoses and ventilation according to owner's manuals

 

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Power wash, repair, refinish, and seal decks, reset any protruding nails

 

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Clean and lubricate sliding-glass-door tracks and window tracks

 

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Lubricate door hinges and locks

 

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Oil garage door(s)

 

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Patch driveway and other concrete, or treat asphalt

 

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Perform seasonal pest control (quarterly)

 

 

Fall

 

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Replace smoke and fire alarm batteries (at least twice per year)

 

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Inspect and clean fireplace and chimney

 

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Service furnace or other heating system

 

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Clean and adjust humidifier on furnace

 

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Clean/vacuum heating ducts, grills, and registers

 

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Clean upper-story windows (twice per year)

 

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Inspect window screens and insulation, and install storm windows

 

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Inspect weather-stripping around doors and replace as needed.

 

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Cut back any trees or shrubs touching the roof or exterior (twice per year)

 

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Clean gutters and inspect downspouts (twice per year)

 

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Trim, cover, or bring in outdoor plants as needed

 

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Perform seasonal pest control (quarterly)

 

 

Winter

 

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Recharge fire extinguishers

 

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Wax and buff wood floors

 

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Professionally clean curtains and drapes

 

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Inspect and touch up interior paint

 

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Inspect exposed plumbing areas for dampness (twice per year)

 

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Perform seasonal pest control (quarterly)

 

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Test for carbon monoxide

 

 

 

 

 

 

tucsonhomeandyardservices.com    749-6282
Yard Maintenance  Checklist

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

As Needed

Condition

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Water grass and plants

 

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Weed

 

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Mow lawn

 

 

Monthly

 

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Inspect drip system and sprinklers, repair as needed

 

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Inspect and maintain pool filters as necessary

 

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Rake gravel

 

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Spring

 

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Trim trees or shrubs, especially those touching the exterior of the home

 

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Inspect and touch up exterior paint on fences, walls, etc.

 

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Inspect patio and drive for cracks, make needed repairs

 

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Inspect and treat wood decks for water sealing, splintering, decay, and insect damage

 

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Re-seed lawn as needed

 

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Install new plants as needed or wanted

 

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Oil gate hinges

 

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Clean gutters and inspect downspouts

 

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Perform seasonal pest control

 

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Fertilize grass and plants

 

 

Summer

 

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Fertilize grass and plants as necessary

 

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Perform seasonal pest control

 

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Inspect plumbing for dampness or drips

 

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Fall

 

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Power wash, repair, refinish, and seal decks, reset any protruding nails

 

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Patch driveway and other concrete, or treat asphalt

 

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Cut back any trees or shrubs touching the roof or exterior

 

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Clean gutters and inspect downspouts

 

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Trim, cover, or bring in outdoor plants as needed

 

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Perform seasonal pest control

 

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Distribute mulch

 

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Winter

 

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Inspect and touch up exterior paint

 

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Inspect exposed plumbing areas for dampness

 

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Perform seasonal pest control

 

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Drain drip system unless watering year round

 

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 John Voseipka
269-5853
or
Glynn Burkhardt
749-6282

 

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