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Appendices & Notes Suggested Home Maintenance Schedule (All items may not apply to your condo) Note: Some of the following items may be part of your condominium’s common elements and therefore not your responsibility to maintain. Foundation and Masonry Check basements, exterior walls for cracks in excess of ¼ in Check chimneys, chimney caps, for loose or missing mortar Maintain grading sloped away from foundation walls Roof Remove ice and snow build-up Check for damaged, loose or missing shingles, blisters Check vents, louvers and chimneys for nests or obstruction Eavestroughs (installed by others) Check for leaking, misaligned or damaged eavestroughs Clean blockage and clear out any obstructions Check that downspouts direct water away from foundation Doors and Windows Check caulking and weather stripping for decay or gaps Check door locks Re-install/remove all interior window screens Walkways and Driveways Check for cracks, indentations Check driveway joint at garage entrance for cracks Check for oil spills on driveway Electrical Test smoke detectors Check condition of lamp cords, extension cords and plugs Reset breakers with no-load when tripped Plumbing Check faucets, hose bibs and valves for leakage Drain exterior water lines, hose bibs, remove hoses Fill basement floor drain with water Pour .25 cup of eco-friendly cleaner in sink and tub drains Heating and Cooling Change or clean furnace filters, HRV filters Hire service person to inspect and service furnace and HRV Cover exterior Air Conditioner unit Balance air grills and dampers tailored for personal comfort Periodically Spring Fall Annually 57
58 Home Maintenance Checklist [All items may not apply to your home] We have included a Home Maintenance Checklist to help guide you through your annual maintenance routine. The checklist provides a monthly breakdown of items for inspection, and is intended to help you set up a regular schedule of checkups and cleanups. Note: Some of the following items may be part of your condominium’s common elements and therefore not your responsibility to maintain. Spring March [ ] Clean or replace furnace fi lter [ ] Check/clean heat recovery ventilator (HRV); wash or replace fi lter [ ] Clean the mechanisms of the humidifi ers [ ] Check attic for signs of moisture and even distribution of insulation [ ] If possible, carefully remove snow/ice from roof overhangs/vents [ ] Check sump pump, fl oat and discharge line; test overall operation [ ] Test smoke alarms and carbon monoxide detectors April May [ ] Check eavestroughs and downspouts; clean if needed [ ] Clean window wells, drainage swales or catch basins of leaves, snow and ice build-up [ ] Inspect basement or crawl space for signs of seepage/leakage and check for dampness or musty smells [ ] Check for missing, loose or cracked shingles [ ] Remove winter cover from air conditioning unit; inspect unit; vacuum or brush the outdoor coil and wash; service as needed [ ] Check driveway and walks for frost damage [ ] Check water heater for leaks, etc. [ ] Open outside hose connection and check for leaks [ ] Clean and check windows, screens and hardware [ ] Clean or replace furnace fi lter [ ] Check/clean heat recovery ventilator (HRV); wash or replace fi lter [ ] Check air intakes and exhaust are clear of debris, nests, etc. [ ] Check exterior fi nishes (siding, trim) and eavestroughs to ensure they are secure [ ] Check caulking for soundness, cracking, detachment and signs of water or air penetration (remove and replace with appropriate type of caulking, if necessary) [ ] Lubricate rubber or plastic weather stripping around doors and operable windows (replace weather stripping if damaged) [ ] Test smoke alarms and carbon monoxide detectors [ ] Check septic tank system fl uid/solid levels and pump out if needed; check for erosion/water pooling around septic fi eld
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Introduction
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