Twice a Year

CABINETS

Clean and apply a light coat of wax.

Inspect for separations (particularly at sinks and backsplash), recaulk as needed.

CAULKING

Inspect caulking around sinks, showers, tubs, countertops and ceramic tile and repair as necessary.

DOORS

Check screws on door lockset, hardware and tighten as necessary.

Lubricate bifold and by-pass doors as necessary.

Clean sliding door tracks and apply silicone spray to tracks as necessary.

Oil moving parts of garage door.

Inspect paint for peeling or cracking; touch up paint where needed.

ELECTRIC

Test and reset all Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) receptacles.

Check electrical extension and appliance cords. Replace frayed or split cords.

EXTERIOR FINISHES

Check for cracks and voids in exterior caulking and recaulk as necessary.

Check exterior painted surfaces for wear and deterioration. To repair, follow the maintenance instructions contained in the Painting portion of the Maintenance section of the manual.

PLUMBING

Clean out faucet aerators, spray nozzles and drains.

Remove water heater residue following instructions in the Plumbing Section of the manual.

FOUNDATION

Check foundation for settlement, ponding or potential drainage problems.

SMOKE DETECTORS

Replace the batteries in your smoke detectors every six months

WINDOWS

Check sills for caulking cracks or separations and recaulk as necessary.

Check weatherstripping around windows and repair or replace as necessary.

Check windows for smooth opening and closing operation. Clean tracks and lubricate as necessary.

Inspect window screens and repair or replace as necessary.