Spring Maintenance

Focus: Water Damage Prevention & Exterior

Inspect Roof & Drains Check flat roofs for winter cracks. Clear debris from drains/gutters to prevent spring rain floods.

Check Window Seals Inspect caulking around windows. Re-caulk if cracked to keep AC cool air inside.

Service A/C Units Clean filters on split systems or window units before the first heatwave hits.

Summer Maintenance

Focus: Exterior Preservation & Pests

Inspect Masonry/Pointing Check brickwork for crumbling mortar. Summer is the best time for repointing.

Check for Pests Seal any small exterior gaps where ants or roaches might enter.

Clean Dryer Vent Remove lint buildup from the exterior vent to prevent fires and improve efficiency.

Focus: Heating Prep & Weatherproofing

Service Boiler/Furnace Schedule annual tune-up before the freeze. Change filters.

Bleed Radiators Release trapped air from radiators to ensure they heat up fully.

Clear Gutters (Post-Leaf Fall) Essential to prevent ice dams in winter. Remove all leaves.

Focus: Interior & Emergency Prep

Check Smoke/CO Detectors Test batteries. Heating season is peak time for CO leaks.

Prevent Frozen Pipes Insulate exposed pipes in basements or crawl spaces. Keep thermostat at min 55°F.

Deep Clean Interior Great time for interior painting or floor refinishing while stuck inside.