Like a car, your home needs regular maintenance and occasional tune-ups to stay in tip-top shape. Fortunately, you can complete most of the following tasks yourself by following this season-by-season schedule of indoor and outdoor maintenance.
Regular home maintenance is essential to ensure a safe and efficient home. It's a good idea to set aside some money in your budget each month for home maintenance and repair. As a rule of thumb, homeowners spend between 1% and 3% of their home's value on maintenance and repair each year. Following this maintenance checklist on a regular basis can help your home looks its best, keep utility bills down and prevent more costly repairs in the future.
In spring, focus on freshening up your home and protecting your property against the season's strong winds and rains.
In summer, complete the following projects to keep your yard lush and your home cool.
In fall, prepare your home and yard for cooler temperatures, falling leaves and more hours spent indoors.
In winter, enjoy energy-efficient warmth and the fruits of your home-maintenance labors. Use this time of the year to thoroughly clean and care for your home's interior while taking a few precautionary measures on the outside.