Red Letter Mortgage -- Homeowner's Checklist

The greatest good you can do for another is not just to share your riches but to reveal to him his own.
~ Benjamin Disraeli

	Homeowner's Maintenance Checklist

Maintenance Item	Purpose	Frequency	Date Performed
Air Conditioning	Start during the winter months; keeps mechanical parts from sticking.	2X
Decks	Inspect deck surface for cracks; loose boards.	Yearly
Doors	Vacuum tracks on sliding doors; lubricate hinges and latches to keep doors operating smoothly.	2X
Electrical	Test GFI circuit in kitchen; baths, garage and outdoors.	Yearly
Furnace Filter Changes	Improves energy efficiency; less energy consumption; removes dust and pollen.	4X
Garbage Disposal	Fill with ice and operate. Cleans & sharpens the system.	Month
Gutters & Downspouts	Clean out gutters and check downspout location; prevents overflow of water onto your walls; prevents eave leaks; reposition downspouts that may have been moved due to mowing lawn or yard maintenance.	2X
Insect Control	Check for termites, carpenter ants or wood-destroying insects.	Yearly
Sink Trap Cleaning	Helps avoid backups & plugged drains; promotes sanitation. Use cleaners recommended by the manufacturer.	4X
Water Heater	Partially drain once per year. Extends water heater life; provides more efficient operation.	Yearly
Windows	Clean tracks & windowsills. Keeps windows sliding freely. Avoids water standing in tracks & window leaks.	2X
Frequency Codes:	M = Monthly 2x = Twice per year Y = Yearly 4X = Four per year.