July Home Maintenance
It's the month of Independence Day but before you celebrate use this 11-point checklist to know what to do to maintain the systems of your house. This includes some inspection routines to follow.
Monthly Chores Checklist and Inspections
- Replace air conditioner filter
- Look for and cure mildew and moisture problems
- Replace loose caulk and grout around bathtubs, showers and sinks
- Label shut-off valves at sinks and toilets
- Inspect and clean track of sliding patio and closet doors and lubricate rollers
- Inspect air conditioner condenser for a free flow of air
- Inspect fence and posts and remove vegetation
- Examine drainage field of septic system for soil firmness
- Inspect water softener system for level of brine
- Clean out and organize shed or outbuilding
- Maintain lawn and garden beds by watering, mowing and weeding