Spring Maintenance Reminders

Here is a quick checklist of Spring Maintenance Reminders to make sure your home is is maintained and healthy come springtime!

• Test smoke and carbon monoxide detectors. Replace batteries. Replace old detectors, if needed.
• Check the batteries and reset set the clocks on your digital thermostats.
• Test the circuits on your GFI outlets (in bathroom, kitchen, laundry & outside) by pressing test buttons on outlets.
• Have fireplaces and/or wood stoves checked and cleaned, if needed. Have chimneys inspected and cleaned every couple of years.
• Vacuum radiators and/or heat/air conditioning vents thoroughly.
• Move furniture and drapes away from radiators for good heat and air conditioning circulation.
• If you have a humidifier, clean it and check for leaks and proper operation.
• If you have forced air heating/cooling, replace furnace air filters and vacuum air ducts. Have heat and or air conditioning ducts and dryer vent ducts cleaned every two years.
• Check roof, gutters, downspouts, and earth grading to ensure that water runs 3 to 5 feet away from building(s).
• Schedule gutter and downspout cleaning to remove leaves before spring rains.