DECEMBER

Protect your investment year-round with our easy-to-follow Monthly Home Maintenance Checklist.

Created by experienced home inspectors, this proactive guide breaks maintenance into simple monthly tasks that help prevent costly repairs, improve safety, and extend the life of your home’s major systems. For items that may require a professional touch, we also include recommendations for trusted service techs - so you always know who to call when it’s time to bring in an expert.

Annual Safety & Emergency Prep

🚨Test smoke/carbon monoxide detectors and fire extinguishers

D.I.Y.

2.⚠️🧑‍🔧 Sewer line cleaning and scoping

PRO - Recommended Service Techs

⚠️Radon test (every 2 years)

PRO - Have Alpine Building Performance test your radon levels

⚠️Replace furnace filter

D.I.Y.

✅Protect or store patio furniture

D.I.Y.

✅Stock emergency food, supplies, and firewood

D.I.Y.

✅If leaving for extended periods, set thermostat no lower than 55°F

D.I.Y.

SUGGESTED PRIORITY LEVELS:

🚨CRITICAL / SAFETY | High risk if neglected (fire, flooding, health, structural damage)

⚠️PREVENTIVE / COST-SAVING | Extends system life, avoids expensive repairs

✅MAINTENANCE / COMFORT | Efficiency, appearance, convenience

WHO SHOULD DO IT?

D.I.Y. (Homeowner) | Safe for most homeowners

PRO (Licensed Contractor / Service Tech) | Professional service recommended

This information is provided as general guidance to help homeowners make informed decisions. Individual comfort levels and skill may vary. For any work involving safety, code requirements, or uncertainty, consulting a licensed professional is always recommended.