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Home Inspections NW is happy to provide you with this Home Maintenance Checklist.
Monthly Inspection:
- Clean and test smoke and carbon monoxide detectors.
- Replaceor clean filters in heating and air conditioning systems.
- Clear vegitation and clean debris from outdoor cooling/heating pumps.
- Check and replacefilters on water filtration and conditioning systems.
- Clean dust from refrigerator condenser.
- Clean out debris from faucet aerators; fix leaky faucets and replace washery.
- During heating season, clean chimney or stovepipe to remove creosote buildup.
Spring Inspection:
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Replace batteries in smoke and carbon monoxide detectors.
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Vacuum clothes dryer exhaust hose and duct. Check washer hoses and fittings.
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Clean drains in dishwasher, sink, bathtubs, and shower stalls; repair leaks.
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Drain and flush sediment from the water heater; inspect/replace anode rod.
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Clean and secure gutters and downspouts; repair any leaks.
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Check roof for any loose, missing, or damaged shingles.
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Inspect the attic, ceilings, and roof overhang for watr damage.
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Inspect foundation and basement for cracks, settlement, and water penetration.
Summer Inspection:
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Re-caulk around bathtubs, showers, and sinks.
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Check toilets for leaks; repair/replace valves and seals.
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Repair/replace loose or cracked tiles in kitchens and bathrooms.
- Drain and flush sediment from water heater; inspect/replace
anode
rod.
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I have known Lee Sellick for over 20 years. Lee is an extremely honorable and capable individual, so much so that I asked him to be the godfather of my children. In addition to counting Lee as a close friend, I have also called on his services as a home inspector. I believe that Lee's attention to detail and desire to provide the most thorough home inspection possible made him the ideal choice. I highly recommend Lee, and his company, Home Ins... 