The Ultimate Home Maintenance Checklist

Clean your kitchen ventilator or exhaust fan. Have ductworks cleaned, if applicable.

Check the attic for leaks, stains, and dampness

Have a professional conduct a chimney inspection and sweep.

Have your heating and cooling system serviced.

Bleed air out of the radiators, and check for leaking valves.

Clean any ductwork or ventilation openings.

Check for separated and deteriorated caulk around the exterior of your home.

Have your carpeting professionally cleaned to remove deep-down dirt, stubborn stains, and pet odor.

Buying a home is one of the biggest and most exciting purchases of your lifetime. However, what many neglect to remember is that with responsibility comes hard work in the form of home upkeep. Keeping up with regular home maintenance tasks will keep you from future headaches down the line.