GROUNDS
 | Clean window wells and areaways
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| Fill sink holes; check grading
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| Prune shrubs after they bloom
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| Check woodwork for rot, insects
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| Clean and repair tools
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| Reseal asphalt drive; patch concrete
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| Drain gas from out-of-season equipment
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| Prune tree limbs from house
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| Keep firewood away from house
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| Check condition of retaining walls
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| Clean drains/gutters. Seal wood gutters
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| Lawn and garden maintenance
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| Lubricate and adjust garage door
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SIDING, ETC.
| Paint woodwork
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| Clean and repair screens
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| Check and repair all woodwork
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| Check and repair all masonry
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| Install storm panels
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| Remove all awnings
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| Check stucco for spalling
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| Check caulk, putty, broken windows
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ROOF
| Check shingles for mold, damage
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| Reseal vents and flashing
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| Check roof for aging
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| Check chimney and vents for blockage
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| Check antenna supports
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| Check metal for parting
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ELECTRICAL
| Check panel box for heat
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| Check cords, sockets, etc.
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| Check operation of circuit breakers and GFI's
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| Ground any equipment that gives shocks
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| Check outside service for bare wires and tree interference
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ATTIC
| Check for leaks
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| Smooth out disarranged insulation
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| Check for frost and increase vent area if necessary
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GENERAL INTERIOR
| Lubricate and adjust all hardware
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| Check for cosmetic wear
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| Check ceilings for leaks
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| Test smoke detectors
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| Check fire extinguishers
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| Clean storm window weep holes
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| Check caulking (tub, shower, etc.)
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| Clean or replace exhaust fan filters Vacuum refrigerator cooling coil
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| Check weather-stripping
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| Check appliances as recommended by manufacturer
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BASEMENT
| Check for termites and other wood-boring insects
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| Check foundation for cracks
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| Make sure dryer vent flap is not open
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| Check sump pump operation
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| Check for excess dampness
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| Clean and lubricate dehumidifier
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HEATING SYSTEM - AIR
| Change filters
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| Clean burners
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| Oil fan and motor
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| Have contractor check unit
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| Clean and lubricate humidifier
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| Clean air registers
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| Check fan belt
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| Inspect flame for blue color Examine firebox and clean
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| Clean or replace oil filter (oil fired burner only)
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| Clean stack control .(1f applicable)
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WATER
| Bleed radiators
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| Work all valves
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| Check expansion tank for water-logging
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| Have contractor check unit
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| Vacuum dust from radiators
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| Oil circulator
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STEAM
| Have contractor check unit
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FIREPLACE
| Check for cracked mortar
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| Check hearth for cracks
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| Clean air inlets and outlets, if any
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| Sweep chimney
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WOOD STOVE
| Sweep flu
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| Check fuel supply
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| Check door gasket
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| Inspect joints for cracks
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ELECTRIC
| Vacuum radiators
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COOLING
| Have unit serviced
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| Remove or cover room units
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| Seal whole-house fans
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| Clean or replace filters
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| Lubricate pumps and motors
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| Check for leaks
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| Hose off coil and fan (outside unit)
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HEAT PUMP
| Have contractor check unit
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| Hose off coil and fan (outside unit)
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PLUMBING
| Shut off and bleed outside faucets
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| Operate main valve
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| Drain water heater
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| Clean and pump septic tanks
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| Check all washers, valves; clean faucet aerators and shower head
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| Store hoses to prevent cracking
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| Service well-pump system
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of Community Development - Building Division