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Home maintenance: easy habits that save time and money
A small problem left alone often becomes a big, expensive one. A dripping pipe, clogged gutter, or broken seal can turn into mold, water damage, or higher bills. Quick, regular checks stop that. This page gives clear, useful steps you can do yourself plus smart times to call a pro.
Quick seasonal checklist
Spring: Clean gutters, test sump pump, inspect roof for missing shingles, service air conditioning, reseal windows and doors. These steps cut down on leaks and keep cooling costs lower.
Summer: Check exterior paint and siding for cracks, tighten loose railings, clean and inspect deck, treat wood where needed. Summer’s good for outdoor fixes before winter hits.
Fall: Service the furnace, clean chimney or vent, flush water heater, insulate exposed pipes, check weatherstripping around doors. Do these now to avoid emergency repairs in cold months.
Winter: Keep a safe distance between snow and vents, clear ice dams when safe, monitor pipes for freezing, replace HVAC filters as needed. A little winter prep prevents burst pipes and heat loss.
Daily and monthly habits that pay off
Check for leaks under sinks and behind appliances once a month. A simple towel test will spot slow drips before they damage cabinets and floors. Test smoke and CO alarms monthly and change batteries at least once a year.
Clean faucet aerators and showerheads if flow drops. Low water flow often means mineral buildup, which is an easy DIY fix with vinegar. Replace HVAC filters every 1–3 months to improve air quality and lower energy use.
Keep a small toolkit and a few spare parts: tape, basic sealant, extra filters, and a wrench. You’ll handle many common fixes without waiting for a technician.
Document maintenance dates. Use a simple calendar app or a paper log. Tracking services, repairs, and part replacements helps when you sell the house and keeps small problems from being forgotten.
Know when to call a pro: electrical faults, major plumbing, roof structure issues, and anything that affects foundation or load-bearing walls. Trying to DIY these can cost more and be dangerous.
Small investments prevent big headaches. Spending an hour a month and a few hundred a year on maintenance typically saves thousands in emergency repairs and keeps your home comfortable and efficient.
Want a printable checklist or a seasonal reminder plan? Bookmark this page and come back before each season to follow the short lists. A little attention now keeps your home working better and lasting longer.