Print this page or choose Print → Save as PDF in your browser. Tick each task and record the completion date. Frequencies are general planning reminders; follow the manufacturer’s instructions where they differ.
| Done | Maintenance task | Frequency | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| ☐ | 1. Test smoke alarms | Monthly | ________ |
| ☐ | 2. Test carbon monoxide alarms | Monthly | ________ |
| ☐ | 3. Inspect fire extinguishers | Monthly | ________ |
| ☐ | 4. Check GFCI outlets | Monthly | ________ |
| ☐ | 5. Inspect for water leaks | Monthly | ________ |
| ☐ | 6. Check home humidity and damp spots | Monthly | ________ |
| ☐ | 7. Check HVAC filter | Monthly; change when dirty | ________ |
| ☐ | 8. Clean bathroom exhaust fan grille | Every 3–6 months | ________ |
| ☐ | 9. Clean kitchen range hood filter | Monthly–quarterly | ________ |
| ☐ | 10. Clean dishwasher filter | Monthly or as manual directs | ________ |
| ☐ | 11. Inspect dishwasher door gasket | Quarterly | ________ |
| ☐ | 12. Clean refrigerator condenser coils | Every 6–12 months if accessible | ________ |
| ☐ | 13. Clean refrigerator door gaskets | Quarterly | ________ |
| ☐ | 14. Clean washing machine drum/gasket | Monthly or per machine | ________ |
| ☐ | 15. Clean washer detergent dispenser | Monthly | ________ |
| ☐ | 16. Inspect washer drain-pump filter | Every 1–3 months if equipped | ________ |
| ☐ | 17. Clean dryer lint screen | Every load | ________ |
| ☐ | 18. Inspect dryer exhaust duct and outdoor flap | At least annually; sooner if restricted | ________ |
| ☐ | 19. Inspect plumbing shutoff valves | Twice yearly | ________ |
| ☐ | 20. Check caulk and grout at wet areas | Twice yearly | ________ |
| ☐ | 21. Flush and inspect water heater | Annually, if manufacturer advises | ________ |
| ☐ | 22. Service heating and cooling equipment | Annually or per provider | ________ |
| ☐ | 23. Clear gutters and downspouts | Spring and fall; after heavy leaf fall | ________ |
| ☐ | 24. Inspect roof and exterior sealants | Twice yearly and after storms | ________ |
| ☐ | 25. Inspect windows, doors and weatherstripping | Twice yearly | ________ |
Prepared by DecideWiseHub. For smoke/CO alarms, HVAC servicing and moisture control, see the linked authoritative sources in the full article.