September
- Check exterior finishes for signs of deterioration (peeling paint, loose siding, cracks)
- Check garage door tracks and lubricate bearings
- Check caulking around windows and doors for air and water leaks
- Seed the lawn
- Inspect fireplace and chimney dampers, clean if necessary
- Check basement or crawl spaces for leaks or moisture
- Have humidifier, furnace and (heat recovery ventilator) HRV serviced
- Clean and test clothes dryer vent
- Check and reset ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI)
- Test smoke alarms and carbon monoxide detectors
October
- Check windows and screens for cracks or separations
- Drain exterior water lines
- Check roof including shingles and flashing and ensure vents are sealed properly
- Check weather stripping for damage or wear
- Check sealing around windows and doors for air or water leaks
- Test septic system and clean if necessary
- Winterize landscaping and remove leaves
- Clean or replace furnace filter
- Check and clean the heat recovery ventilator (HRV); wash or replace the filter;
- Clean water heater
- Shut off exterior water supply
- Check eavestroughs and downspouts for debris
- Clean humidifier and check for condensation and proper humidity levels
- Check and reset ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI)
- Test smoke alarms and carbon monoxide detectors
November
- Check attic, basement and crawl spaces for leaks or moisture
- Inspect floor drains to ensure trap is filled with water
- Clean or replace furnace filter
- Check and clean the heat recovery ventilator (HRV); wash or replace the filter;
- Check for condensation and humidity
- Check and reset ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI)
- Test smoke alarms and carbon monoxide detectors