SEPTEMBER
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.
Heating, Roof & Drainage Readiness
🚨Service furnace or boiler before heating season
PRO - Recommended Service Techs
🚨Inspect roof for damage before winter
D.I.Y. or PRO - Recommended Service Techs
⚠️Clean gutters and downspouts
D.I.Y.
⚠️Inspect windows and doors for air and water leaks
D.I.Y.
⚠️Replace furnace filter
D.I.Y. - Furnace Filter Note: Replace furnace filters monthly unless manufacturer specifications allow longer intervals. Homes with pets, allergies, or wildfire smoke exposure benefit from monthly replacement.
✅Service whole-house humidifier (if applicable)
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.