Fall Maintenance Checklist

Fall Maintenance Check List

Interior

Windows and Doors

Check latches and pivots on storm windows for signs of weakness and wear. Replace loose or worn parts.

Check weather stripping on windows and doors for damage and tightness of fit.

Check caulking around windows and doors.

Whole House Humidifier

Test for water imput to unit.

Drain and clean water pan.

Ream with a piece of wire or bent clothes hanger to clean water inlet of mineral build up.

Lubricate electric motor with a drop or two of 20W oil.

Adjust the humidistat for the proper humidity setting.

Furnace

Check flame color on gas furnace. It should be blue with a little or no yellow. If not true blue, a leak is likely and should be repaired.

Remove cover on thermostat and dust components with a soft brush. To clean oily film from metal contacts, slide a piece of white paper several times between closed switch contacts.

Have a professional check and clean your furnace yearly. He should check for air intake for any obstructions, check burners and heat exchange area for soot, debris and corrosion.

Lubricate electric motor with a drop or two of 20W oil.

Replace filters in heating and A/C systems.

Fireplace

Check fireplace damper to be sure it operates properly.

Clean iron grates.

Examine the interior of the firebox for any cracks in the firebrick.

Wood Burning Heater

Scrape interior especially nooks and crannies with a wire brush.

Check for cracks and repair with stove cement.

Clean exterior completely.

If heater has a blower, vacuum the blower or replace any filters and oil the motor.

Chimney

Inspect the outside of the chimney for any loose bricks or joints and repair if necessary.

Check chimney for worn flue-liner and bird nests or other obstructions.

Check for flue-cap.

Hire chimney sweep to properly clean chimney.

Smoke Dectectors, Etc.

Inspect all smoke detectors. Change batteries and remove the dust.

Change the batteries and clean out all Carbon Monoxide sensors.

Exterior

Air Conditioners

Cover room air conditioners with insulated dust and moisture-proof cover both inside and out or remove the unit from the window entirely.

For central AC units (condensers located outside) hose down and remove debris around and in unit. After thoroughly dry, use a water proof tarp or custom cover to protect unit.

Outside Faucets

Close shut off valves to outside water faucets and drain water lines.

Gutters

Remove debris from gutters and downspouts.

Replace or repair any sections that have holes or excessive rust.

Roof

Check roof for damaged shingles.