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System
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Check
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– Air Conditioning
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Check that the exterior AC condenser unit is clear of garden debris, shrubs and bushes.
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– Furnace Humidifier
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Turn the control and water off. Close the air duct damper. Does the water panel need changing?
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– Return Dampers
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If rooms are equipped with high and low HVAC returns, open high returns and close low returns for cooling season.
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– Whole House Fan
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Check the fan belt. Lubricate the motor and fan bearings. Clean fan blades, bug/vermin screens and louvers.
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– Gutters and Leaders
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Clean gutters, make sure downspouts are attached and leaders are extended.
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– Roof
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Inspect roof for damage. Trim trees branches if overhanging or touching roof.
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– Roof Vents
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Inspect for damage or bird nests.
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– Chimney
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Inspect for damage to chimney cap, flue cap, chimney flashing at roof, bricks and mortar.
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– Sump Pump
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Test sump pump to make sure it removes water from the sump well.
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– Exterior, General
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Check the caulking at window and door frames. Check condition of exterior paint on wood window frames and siding.
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– Exterior, Grounds
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Check that grading of soil and hard surfaces slopes away from foundation and garage openings.
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– Attic
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Check for signs of leaks, condensation and mold buildup.
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– Attic Fans
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Check operation of thermostatically controlled attic fans. Clean fan blades and bug/vermin screens.
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– Gable Vents
– Basement
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Make sure vermin screens are in place and free of debris.
Check for signs of foundation cracks, structural movement, leaks, rot and mold buildup.
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– Crawl Space
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Check for adequate ventilation to remove excess moisture. Open exterior vents for the summer.
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– Dehumidifier
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Clean filters. Set basement dehumidifiers for 50% relative humidity. Run 24/7.
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– Plumbing
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Open interior valves so that exterior spigots are pressurized for the summer.
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– Clothes Dryer
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Clean lint from duct and from unit per manufacturer’s instructions.
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– Sprinklers
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Service and start system.
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– Decks
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Clean walking surfaces of debris and algae. Check deck railings and repair any looseness.
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– Birds
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Look out for unwanted nests, birds are aggressive about nesting this time of year.
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– Termites (WDI)
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Termites and other Wood Destroying Insects will attack soft, moist woods that are easy to get at.
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– Bees
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Bees will start forming nests soon. Small nests are easier to clean away.
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