Year-Round Home Care Calendar

Why This Matters

Consistent maintenance prevents costly repairs and extends system life. This calendar breaks tasks by season.

What You Should Do

Spring: Roof inspection, gutter cleaning, AC tune-up, exterior paint check, window screen repair, lawn prep.

Summer: Monthly AC filter changes, pest inspection, deck maintenance, irrigation check, dryer vent cleaning.

Fall: Furnace tune-up, gutter cleaning, pipe insulation, weatherstripping, chimney inspection, disconnect hoses.

Winter: Monthly furnace filter changes, ice dam monitoring, sump pump test, CO detector check.

Year-round: Monthly filter checks, quarterly smoke detector tests, annual water heater flush, bi-annual gutter cleaning.

When to Call a Professional

Set calendar reminders for seasonal tasks. Schedule professional services early — spring and fall are peak seasons. Consider a home maintenance plan from a local contractor. Use our directory to find professionals.

The Bottom Line

Staying ahead of general home services maintenance saves money and prevents emergencies. Search our directory for a trusted general home services professional.