Give Your Home A Health Check Every 6 Months

In the Kitchen

• Sink fixtures free from leaks and aerators cleaned out
• Under-sink drain and supply hoses free from leaks
• Sink fill shutoff valves functional
• Sink water filter replaced
• GFCI functional
• Tile free from cracks and grout intact
• Countertops sealed annually
  

Appliances

• Septic tank bacteria refresh
• Refrigerator water filter replaced within six months
• Dryer vent pipe free from lint
• Garbage Disposal cleaned and freshened
• Empty dishwasher food trap
• Dishwasher fill hose free from leaks on both ends
• Under dishwasher free from leaks
• Oven vent and exhaust fan filters clean
• Oven reading the correct temperature
• Vacuum tuned up and free from the string
• Water heater leaks and insulated
• Refrigerator and freezer coils clean and drip tray empty
• Humidifier filter clean
  

In the Bathroom

• Sink and tub drain flow and hair removal
• Toilet seats tight and safe
• Sink stoppers functional with overflow protection
• Sink drains leak-free
• Toilet fill hose leak-free
• Toilet fills to correct height without leaking
• Fans clean and functional
• Handrails secure and shine-free
• Shower head aerator cleaned out
• Sink Faucet aerators clean and functional
• Sink and tub caulking in place and good condition
• GFCI functional
• Shower door functional

In the Living Space

• HVAC filter replacement dated within last three months
• Air return dust filter clean
• All doorknobs tight
• Doors close without rubbing
• All chairs safe and wobble-free
• Windows seal and stop airflow
• Light bulbs replaced
• Light fixtures clean and free from bugs
• Drywall dent free
• Smoke detectors in place and functional. Batteries at the proper level
• Check to ensure the fire extinguisher in the kitchen is at the correct pressure & isn't more than a year old
• Fireplace free from soot buildup and air leaks
• Handrails are safe, sturdy, and proper length
• All electrical are outlets functional and grounded
• All AC vents are clean and free from debris
  

Attic Crawl Space & Basement

• Moisture barrier in crawl space is intact with coverage
• Crawl space insulation properly placed with retention bars
• Crawl space free from pests
• Crawl space vents have no access points and are secure with screening
• Attic free from pests, bird nests
• Attic vent screens in place and secured
• Chimney masonry in good condition in the attic
• Attic insulation at the proper depth and in place
• Home Vertical exhaust pipes sealed and safe
• Water pipes entering house insulated and free from leaks
• Basement walls free from cracking and sweating

Exterior

• Dryer vent exhaust is free from lint
• Roof tiles are secure and free from folds
• Siding is free from damage, mold, and away from earth
• Siding is free from termite trails and pest access
• Siding requires pressure washing
• Propane tanks connections are  correct and functional
• Hoses are coiled and drained in winter
• Chimney masonry and caps are secure, functional and soot free, and pest free
• Doors close and are properly insulated without air leaks
• No Damage or cracks in foundation and cinder blocking
• Gutters are secured to the house
• Gutters are free from leaks and icicles
• Gutter downspouts and extensions are in place
• Motion and light sensors are functioning on all lamps
• Exterior faucets leak-free and insulated in winter
• Lawn fertilizer and pre-emergent applied in spring
• Deck boards safe, crack-free, and sealed
• Cracks in driveway sealed
• Mulch in garden beds
• Trees pruned, trimmed, and away from siding and roof
• Basement window wells empty and free from pests
  

In the Garage 

• Water Softener salt level
• Clean Venturi Valve
• Sanitize trash bins
• Whole home water filter replacement
• No signs of pests, ants, termites
• Garage door travel and insulation meeting floor
• Garage door safety sensors are functional