Home Services
The Year-Round Home Maintenance Calendar
Twelve months, twelve short checklists — everything your home needs, on schedule.
MSMaria SantosHome Improvement Editor
July 5, 202611 min read
Homes don't need heroic maintenance — they need rhythm. Spread these tasks across the year and nothing ever piles up, nothing gets forgotten, and your home quietly outlasts the neighbors'.
Spring
- Service the AC before the first heat wave.
- Inspect the roof and gutters after winter.
- Reseal decks and exterior wood; check window caulking.
- Test sump pump, smoke and CO detectors.
Summer
- Wash exterior siding and windows.
- Check irrigation and outdoor faucets for leaks.
- Deep clean garage; touch up exterior paint.
Fall
- Service the furnace; replace filters.
- Clean gutters after leaf fall; winterize outdoor plumbing.
- Seal drafts around doors and windows.
Winter
- Check attic insulation and ventilation.
- Monitor for ice dams; test water shut-off valves.
- Plan and book spring projects — the best local pros fill their calendars early.
MS
Written by
Maria Santos
Home Improvement Editor at Local Business Today — championing the local pros who keep our neighborhoods running.
