One page, twelve months
Home maintenance year at a glance
The three jobs that matter most each month. Click a month for the full list, including notes for cold-winter and warm-climate homes.
01 January
- Test smoke and CO alarms
- Check the furnace filter
- Look for ice dams and drafts
02 February
- Clean range hood and dishwasher filters
- Check the attic for leaks and frost
- Clear slow drains
03 March
- Walk the outside of the house
- Clean gutters
- Test the sump pump
04 April
- Service the AC
- Check outdoor faucets and hoses
- Clean dryer vent
05 May
- Clean and check windows
- Inspect the deck
- Check grading and drainage
06 June
- Change the AC filter
- Check for pests
- Prepare for storms
07 July
- Check the AC condensate drain
- Look for hidden leaks
- Test the garage door safety reverse
08 August
- Book the furnace tune-up
- Book a chimney sweep
- Check the roof and attic
09 September
- Service the heating system
- Seal drafts
- Clean gutters before leaf fall
10 October
- Shut off and drain outdoor faucets
- Test smoke and CO alarms
- Clean gutters after leaves fall
11 November
- Check emergency supplies
- Replace the furnace filter
- Check for drafts
12 December
- Holiday lights and cord safety
- Freeze watch
- Review the year's maintenance
Every month, all year
- Check the HVAC filter and replace it when it's dirty
- Test smoke and CO alarms
- Press TEST and RESET on GFCI outlets
- Take a quick look under sinks for drips