Spring is here and I'm sure you're all planning your first BBQ of the new year! Before the big day, review my Spring maintenance tips. These are common items that may get overlooked until you have a problem. It's always better to be PRO-active than RE-active!
• Clean and test smoke alarms.
• Test and reset ground fault circuit interrupters (GFCI) breakers.
• Change or clean the furnace filter.
• Operate your air conditioning system. If service is needed it will be much easier to get a technician out to your home before the summer season
• Adjust registers and confirm that cold air returns are clear of furniture or draperies.
• Make certain the air conditioner compressor is level and clear of debris.
• Drain sediment from the bottom of the water heater per the manufacturer's instructions.
• Inspect grout around tile (floor or wall) and touch up.
• Wash windows and screens, clean weep holes, and lubricate the window tracks.
• Check caulking, inside and out, and touch up.
• Check garage overhead door, tighten bolts as needed, and lubricate springs with motor oil. Have other repairs done by professionals.
• Start and adjust sprinkler system. Test exterior faucets for broken pipes.
• Clean gutters and confirm that downspouts or splash blocks drain away from the house.
• Check foundation, concrete, and yard for settling; fill in as needed for positive drainage.
• Check exterior paint and stain surfaces (especially stained doors) and refinish as needed.
