Idea Use a wireless freezer thermometer alarm to alert you to temperature variations. Especially for when power failures cause food to warm up into the “danger zone” and are then re-frozen. Routine Care Task Vacuum condenser coils and perform routine maintenance These maintenance tasks improve energy efficiency, and some help prevents odors. Timing: January (yearly) […]

Overview A Kitchen is any room in your home where food is prepared that has a refrigerator, sink and cooking facilities. This can include a full kitchen that has a Refrigerator/Freezer, Stovetop Range, Oven, Microwave Oven, sink, etc. Or it can be a ‘kitchenette,’ which has only a small refrigerator, a sink and a Microwave […]

Idea If your washer still has rubber water supply hoses, you should consider replacing them with high-quality, reinforced stainless-steel braided hoses. Routine Care Inspect for leaks, inspect hoses, and clean inlet filters Leaks and cracks can lead to major basement damage from flooding. Timing: February (yearly) How To The following maintenance tasks should be performed […]

Tip From time to time, check the end of your discharge line and make sure it is open and free from any debris or obstructions. Routine Care Check operation and clear strainer screen This task ensures proper operation of sump pump, which reduces risk of serious water damage. Timing: October (yearly) How To Check the […]

Idea Especially if anyone in your home has allergies, be sure to use high-efficiency vacuum cleaner bags to trap microscopic particles such as mold, mildew spores, and dust mite by-products. Routine Care Steam clean carpets Dirt, dust, etc., that is left deep in carpet accelerates the wear on your carpet, sort of like little pieces […]

Overview Central Air Conditioning Central Air Conditioning is a cooling system that circulates cool air to all or most of your home through ductwork which can be inside your walls, floors or ceilings. The registers where the cool air comes out can be mounted on your walls, floors or ceilings. Central Air Conditioning has relatively […]

Idea In-ground drains can be installed to assist in drainage of low areas around your foundation. Routine Care Inspect foundation Damage to your foundation can cause the house or building to shift and crack. Termite damage can be devastating (see Pest Control) Timing: May (yearly) How To The foundation of your house or building should be checked […]

Overview The Plumbing systems of your home deliver the cold and hot water that is available for the faucets at your sinks, tubs, showers, and Washing Machine. Your Plumbing system also includes the drains and the vent piping for these drains, which allow waste water to flow away from your home. In some homes, the […]

Idea To improve the energy efficiency of your house, be sure to seal or caulk any holes or cracks around your home, especially where pipes, cables, and wires enter walls and soffits. Routine Care Inspect, clean, and treat areas that are prone to pests Cleaning the areas subject to pests will help prevent infestation. Inspection […]

Idea Consider installing a lint alarm for your dryer. Dryers operate at high temperatures, and lint build-up is a leading cause of dryer fires. Routine Care Task Annual cleaning and maintenance Build-up of lint can cause several problems: Safety: Lint is flammable, and can be touched off by the heating element in the dryer, or […]