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Seasonal Home Maintenance Checklist: Spring Summer Fall Winter (Free Printable PDF)

Fillable spring, summer, fall, and winter home maintenance form. HVAC, gutters, outdoor water, detectors, and roof from the ground. Print blank or save a filled PDF.

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Property and season dates

Record the property and the season you are completing. Mark every line in the other three seasons N/A on this visit. Mark outdoor-water and freeze lines N/A in a climate that does not freeze. This is a maintenance template, not a licensed inspection.

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Property and season dates

ENERGY STAR: cooling check in spring before peak summer.

ENERGY STAR and Ready.gov: heating check in fall before cold weather.

Write N/A in Notes if the alarms use sealed 10-year batteries (CPSC).

Owner, household member, or company.

Inspection station

Spring

Complete these lines at the cooling changeover. Mark the whole section N/A if this visit is not spring. Gutters after leaf drop, weatherstripping, outdoor-water shutoff, and heating service stay in Fall.

12 items
Spring

Cooling system professional check done or scheduled

ENERGY STAR: have a contractor check the cooling system in spring, before summer, often around the spring time change. Heating service stays on the Fall line.

Cooling system professional check done or scheduled: Done, Skip, or N/A

HVAC filter inspected, cleaned, or replaced

ENERGY STAR: check the filter every month, especially in winter and summer, and change it when dirty, at a minimum every 3 months. Record the date in the header.

HVAC filter inspected, cleaned, or replaced: Done, Skip, or N/A

Outdoor condenser cleared of winter debris

ENERGY STAR: dirty condenser coils make the system run longer. InterNACHI: rinse leaves and debris with a hose when the unit is off. Mark N/A if there is no outdoor unit.

Outdoor condenser cleared of winter debris: Done, Skip, or N/A

Gutters cleaned after winter debris

ENERGY STAR Certified Homes: clean gutters each spring and fall. InterNACHI: clean twice a year. The fall leaf-drop cleaning is a separate Fall line.

Gutters cleaned after winter debris: Done, Skip, or N/A

Downspouts send water away from the house

ENERGY STAR: inspect downspouts so water is not draining toward the home. InterNACHI: use splash blocks or extensions so water does not pond at the foundation.

Downspouts send water away from the house: Done, Skip, or N/A

Roof checked from the ground after winter

InterNACHI spring list: check for roof damage. InterNACHI Standards of Practice: inspect covering, gutters, downspouts, and penetrations from ground level or the eaves, with binoculars or from overlooking windows. Do not walk the roof for this form.

Roof checked from the ground after winter: Done, Skip, or N/A

Fascia and trim checked from the ground

InterNACHI spring list: check fascia and trim for deterioration. Stay on the ground. Hire a roofer if wood is soft, open, or pulling away.

Fascia and trim checked from the ground: Done, Skip, or N/A

Branches near power lines reported to the utility

ENERGY STAR: check branches each spring and fall. If they interfere with power lines, notify the utility. Do not cut those branches yourself.

Branches near power lines reported to the utility: Done, Skip, or N/A

Smoke and CO alarms tested (spring clock change)

CPSC and Red Cross: test monthly. CPSC also ties a battery check to the spring time change. Batteries: CPSC and Red Cross say at least yearly unless sealed 10-year cells. Ready.gov says twice a year unless 10-year lithium. Fall battery change is a separate line.

Smoke and CO alarms tested (spring clock change): Done, Skip, or N/A

Dryer lint path and outdoor flap checked

CPSC: clean the lint filter before or after each use, keep the exhaust pipe open, and clean lint from the vent pipe at least once a year. CPSC points to the spring clock change as a reminder. InterNACHI spring list also includes the dryer duct. Do not repeat this on the winter list.

Dryer lint path and outdoor flap checked: Done, Skip, or N/A

Sump pump pit cleared after storms (if installed)

ENERGY STAR: if a sump pump is installed, check it after every large rain and remove stones or debris from the pit. Mark N/A if there is no sump.

Sump pump pit cleared after storms (if installed): Done, Skip, or N/A

Thermostat set for the cooling season

ENERGY STAR: confirm settings keep you comfortable when home and save energy when away. ENERGY STAR Certified Homes: adjust thermostat temperatures for the season. Heating setpoints stay in Fall and Winter.

Thermostat set for the cooling season: Done, Skip, or N/A

Inspection station

Summer

These lines are in-season cooling and a ground-level exterior look. Mark N/A if this visit is not summer. Do not repeat the spring cooling tune-up, spring gutter clean, or detector clock-change lines here.

8 items
Summer

HVAC filter checked in heavy cooling months

ENERGY STAR: check the filter every month, especially in winter and summer. Change it when dirty, or at least every 3 months. This is the in-season check, not the spring changeover.

HVAC filter checked in heavy cooling months: Done, Skip, or N/A

Outdoor unit kept clear of plants and debris

ENERGY STAR: dirty outdoor coils reduce cooling and make the system run longer. Keep grass, leaves, and objects off the cabinet. Power off before you reach into the unit.

Outdoor unit kept clear of plants and debris: Done, Skip, or N/A

Indoor condensate drain checked in cooling mode

ENERGY STAR: inspect the condensate drain on a central air conditioner, furnace, or heat pump in cooling mode. A plugged drain can cause water damage and raise indoor humidity.

Indoor condensate drain checked in cooling mode: Done, Skip, or N/A

Cooling starts, runs, and shuts off on a call

ENERGY STAR: check that the equipment starts, operates, and shuts off properly. If it does not cool, ices, or trips a breaker, stop and call a licensed technician.

Cooling starts, runs, and shuts off on a call: Done, Skip, or N/A

Blinds or curtains used to block afternoon heat

ENERGY STAR: during summer, use blinds and curtains to block unwanted heat through windows. This is a summer-only line. Winter window coverings stay in Winter.

Blinds or curtains used to block afternoon heat: Done, Skip, or N/A

House checked for water leaks

InterNACHI summer list: check the home for water leaks. Look at ceilings, around windows, under sinks, and at the water heater pan. Fall has its own leak line on InterNACHI. This form keeps leaks in Summer so Fall can stay on freeze prep.

House checked for water leaks: Done, Skip, or N/A

Exterior siding checked from the ground

InterNACHI summer list: check exterior siding. From the ground, look for open joints, loose pieces, or staining that points to a leak. Climbing or opening wall cavities is not part of this form.

Exterior siding checked from the ground: Done, Skip, or N/A

Deck or patio checked for deterioration

InterNACHI summer list: check a wood deck or concrete patio for deterioration. Mark N/A if there is no deck or patio. Structural repair is licensed work.

Deck or patio checked for deterioration: Done, Skip, or N/A

Inspection station

Fall

Complete these lines before freeze weather. Mark the whole section N/A if this visit is not fall. Mark outdoor-water and pipe-insulation lines N/A in a year-round warm climate. Spring gutter and cooling-service lines stay in Spring.

13 items
Fall

Heating system professional check done or scheduled

ENERGY STAR: check the heating system in the fall before winter. Ready.gov: have heating equipment checked by a qualified professional. InterNACHI: a heating professional every year. Cooling service stays on the Spring line.

Heating system professional check done or scheduled: Done, Skip, or N/A

HVAC filter inspected, cleaned, or replaced

ENERGY STAR: check monthly in heavy-use months and change when dirty, at a minimum every 3 months. This is the heating-season changeover, not the spring cooling visit.

HVAC filter inspected, cleaned, or replaced: Done, Skip, or N/A

Door weatherstripping checked or replaced

ENERGY STAR: check weather stripping around doors annually and replace as needed. Ready.gov: prepare the home with insulation, caulking, and weather stripping. Window plastic film stays on the Winter line.

Door weatherstripping checked or replaced: Done, Skip, or N/A

Window, door, and attic-hatch air leaks sealed

ENERGY STAR: in fall, seal holes around the attic hatch, plumbing vent, chimney or flue, and heating or cooling ducts. ENERGY STAR Seal and Insulate: weather stripping on doors and caulk around windows. InterNACHI fall list: caulking around doors and windows.

Window, door, and attic-hatch air leaks sealed: Done, Skip, or N/A

Gutters cleaned after leaf drop

ENERGY STAR: clean gutters each spring and fall. InterNACHI winterization: debris left in gutters can freeze and help form ice dams. The spring clean is a separate Spring line.

Gutters cleaned after leaf drop: Done, Skip, or N/A

Downspouts confirmed clear before freeze

ENERGY STAR: inspect downspouts so water drains away from the home. InterNACHI: clogged gutters and downspouts can overflow onto fascia and the foundation.

Downspouts confirmed clear before freeze: Done, Skip, or N/A

Garden hoses disconnected, drained, and stored

Ready.gov WinterReady: disconnect and drain garden hoses and store them in a garage or shed. InterNACHI: shut off exterior water from inside, then drain. Mark N/A if there are no outdoor hoses.

Garden hoses disconnected, drained, and stored: Done, Skip, or N/A

Outdoor faucets shut off and drained

Ready.gov WinterReady: turn off and drain water from outdoor spigots. InterNACHI: shut off the supply for exterior pipes from inside the house, then drain. Mark N/A in a climate that does not freeze.

Outdoor faucets shut off and drained: Done, Skip, or N/A

Exposed pipes insulated in cold spaces

InterNACHI: insulate exposed water pipes in attics, garages, and crawlspaces. FEMA Ready.gov: insulate water pipes and know how to shut off water if a pipe bursts. This form does not invent a required insulation thickness.

Exposed pipes insulated in cold spaces: Done, Skip, or N/A

Roof checked from the ground before winter

InterNACHI winterization: replace missing shingles and clear gutters before ice. InterNACHI SOP: inspect from ground level or the eaves. This is the pre-winter look, not the spring storm-damage look.

Roof checked from the ground before winter: Done, Skip, or N/A

Chimney or heating vent professionally checked

Ready.gov: have heating equipment and chimneys cleaned and inspected each year by a professional. InterNACHI fall list: certified chimney sweep for flues and damper. Red Cross: keep heating sources clean and in working order. Mark N/A if there is no fireplace, wood stove, or fuel-burning vent.

Chimney or heating vent professionally checked: Done, Skip, or N/A

Smoke and CO tested and batteries replaced if due

CPSC: test monthly and replace batteries at least yearly unless the alarms have sealed 10-year batteries. Ready.gov: replace batteries twice a year unless you use 10-year lithium batteries. CPSC also uses the fall clock change as the reminder. Follow the alarm maker for replacing the whole unit. Ready.gov: replace smoke alarms every 10 years or per the maker.

Smoke and CO tested and batteries replaced if due: Done, Skip, or N/A

Window air conditioners removed and stored

InterNACHI winterization: remove and store window air conditioners when they are no longer needed. Cold air can damage the unit and leak in around the sash. Mark N/A if there is no window unit.

Window air conditioners removed and stored: Done, Skip, or N/A

Inspection station

Winter

These lines are in-season heating, freeze watch, and storm-outage safety. Mark N/A if this visit is not winter. Do not repeat the fall heating tune-up, gutter clean, hose shutoff, or detector battery change here.

10 items
Winter

Combustibles kept 3 feet from heat sources

Red Cross: keep items that can catch fire at least 3 feet from anything that gets hot, including space heaters. Ready.gov: keep anything that can burn at least 3 feet from fireplaces, wood stoves, radiators, portable heaters, or candles.

Combustibles kept 3 feet from heat sources: Done, Skip, or N/A

Oven or range not used to heat the house

Ready.gov and Ready.gov home fires: never heat the home with a gas stovetop or oven. It raises fire and carbon monoxide risk and can damage the appliance.

Oven or range not used to heat the house: Done, Skip, or N/A

Space heaters plugged into the wall and turned off when leaving

Ready.gov: plug space heaters directly into an outlet and check that the cord is not damaged. Red Cross: turn portable heaters off when you leave the room or go to sleep. Mark N/A if no portable heater is used.

Space heaters plugged into the wall and turned off when leaving: Done, Skip, or N/A

Generator used outdoors at least 20 feet away (if used)

Ready.gov: generators and fuel outdoors and at least 20 feet from windows, doors, and attached garages. CPSC: use generators outside only, at least 20 feet from homes, with exhaust facing away. Never run one in a garage, porch, or carport. Mark N/A if no generator is used.

Generator used outdoors at least 20 feet away (if used): Done, Skip, or N/A

Indoor heat kept on enough to protect pipes

InterNACHI: keep indoor air warm enough that pipes in unheated places do not freeze. FEMA Ready.gov: learn how to keep pipes from freezing and know the water shutoff.

Indoor heat kept on enough to protect pipes: Done, Skip, or N/A

Faucets set to drip in extreme cold or during a heat outage

FEMA Ready.gov: allow faucets to drip or trickle during unusually cold weather, or if power and heat are out, to reduce freeze risk. Mark Skip if weather is not that cold on this visit. Mark N/A in a climate that does not freeze.

Faucets set to drip in extreme cold or during a heat outage: Done, Skip, or N/A

Household knows where the water shutoff is

FEMA Ready.gov: know how to shut off water valves if a pipe bursts. InterNACHI winter list: familiarize responsible household members with the gas main and other appliance valves.

Household knows where the water shutoff is: Done, Skip, or N/A

Drafty windows covered with storm panels or plastic

ENERGY STAR: if windows are drafty, cover them with heavy-duty clear plastic sheeting or insulating drapes. InterNACHI winter list: remove screens and install storm windows. Ready.gov: weather stripping or window insulation kits on leaky windows. Fall weatherstripping on doors stays in Fall.

Drafty windows covered with storm panels or plastic: Done, Skip, or N/A

Holiday lights checked for tight connections

InterNACHI winter list: make sure electrical holiday decorations have tight connections. Ready.gov: turn holiday lights off at night or when you leave, and replace worn cords. Mark N/A outside the holiday period.

Holiday lights checked for tight connections: Done, Skip, or N/A

Fireplace or woodstove opening checked for obstruction

Ready.gov: inspect and clean woodstove pipes and chimneys annually (that professional visit is the Fall line) and check monthly for damage or obstructions. This winter line is the monthly look only. Keep a screen on an open fireplace (Ready.gov).

Fireplace or woodstove opening checked for obstruction: Done, Skip, or N/A

Form details

Service log and sign-off

Write what you finished this season, set the next dates, then sign. If a roof leak, gas odor, CO alarm, or frozen pipe needs a license, pick Licensed technician needed instead of Season complete.

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Service log and sign-off

ENERGY STAR: check monthly and change at least every 3 months.

ENERGY STAR: cooling check in spring.

ENERGY STAR and Ready.gov: heating check in fall.

ENERGY STAR: spring and fall. InterNACHI: twice a year.

CPSC and Red Cross: monthly test. Write the next month.

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References

  1. HVAC spring and fall tune-up, monthly filter, condensate drain - ENERGY STAR
  2. Fall air sealing, filter monthly or every 3 months - ENERGY STAR
  3. Gutters spring and fall, weatherstripping yearly, HVAC, detectors - ENERGY STAR Certified Homes Maintenance Guide
  4. Weatherstripping, filter, and HVAC spring and fall tune-ups - ENERGY STAR Certified Homes Maintenance Guide
  5. Weather stripping on doors and caulk around windows - ENERGY STAR Seal and Insulate
  6. Winterize with insulation, caulk, weather stripping, smoke and CO, generator 20 feet - Ready.gov
  7. Heating check, 3-foot clearance, chimney yearly, outdoor spigots and hoses - Ready.gov WinterReady
  8. Smoke alarms, 10-year replacement, twice-yearly batteries, escape plan twice a year - Ready.gov
  9. Insulate pipes, drip faucets in extreme cold, know water shutoff - FEMA Ready.gov winter storm how-to
  10. Test smoke alarms monthly, batteries at least yearly, 3-foot clearance - American Red Cross
  11. Test monthly, batteries yearly unless 10-year sealed, dryer vent yearly - CPSC
  12. Smoke and CO placement, monthly test, yearly batteries - CPSC
  13. Portable generators outdoors at least 20 feet from homes - CPSC
  14. Shut off and drain exterior pipes, gutters, missing shingles, heating test - InterNACHI winterization
  15. Seasonal home maintenance checklists for spring, summer, fall, and winter - InterNACHI
  16. Clean gutters twice a year, downspouts away from the foundation - InterNACHI
  17. Inspect roof covering from ground level or the eaves - InterNACHI Standards of Practice
  18. Examine the roof with binoculars from the ground - InterNACHI

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