Annual Home Maintenance Checklist
This season-by-season maintenance calendar prioritizes safety-critical tasks, including fall heating inspections, chimney cleaning, and carbon monoxide testing, that prevent the most dangerous failures, from CO poisoning to chimney fires. Spring and summer sections cover HVAC checkups, gutter maintenance, and water damage prevention, the leading cost drivers for most homes. Monthly recurring tasks take minutes but catch problems early. The article includes guidance on when to hire professionals versus DIY work, budget recommendations, and a printable checklist.