Each season brings unique challenges for your home. By staying ahead of seasonal maintenance, you can prevent costly repairs and keep your home comfortable year-round.
Spring
Clean, inspect, and prepare for warm weather
Exterior
- Inspect roof for winter damage (missing shingles, damaged flashing)
- Clean gutters and downspouts
- Check foundation for cracks or settling
- Power wash siding, deck, and walkways
- Repair or replace damaged window screens
- Check exterior paint and caulk
HVAC & Systems
- Schedule A/C tune-up before summer
- Replace HVAC filters
- Clean dryer vent and ductwork
- Test smoke and CO detectors
Outdoor
- Service lawn mower and outdoor equipment
- Activate and test sprinkler system
- Prune trees and shrubs
- Fertilize lawn and reseed bare spots
- Check outdoor faucets for winter damage
Summer
Maintain, enjoy, and prevent heat-related issues
Cooling & Comfort
- Clean ceiling fans and reverse direction (counterclockwise)
- Check A/C refrigerant levels if cooling issues
- Clear debris from A/C outdoor unit
- Check attic ventilation
- Inspect and clean window A/C units
Interior
- Deep clean refrigerator coils
- Inspect and clean garbage disposal
- Check caulk and grout in bathrooms
- Test GFCI outlets
- Inspect water heater for corrosion
Outdoor
- Inspect deck for loose boards or rot
- Apply deck sealant if needed
- Check sprinkler efficiency and adjust
- Trim vegetation away from house foundation
- Clean and maintain outdoor furniture
Fall
Prepare for winter and handle falling leaves
Heating Preparation
- Schedule furnace/heating system inspection
- Replace HVAC filters
- Have chimney inspected and cleaned
- Test thermostat and consider smart upgrade
- Bleed radiators if you have a boiler system
Winterization
- Clean gutters after leaves fall
- Drain and winterize sprinkler system
- Disconnect and store garden hoses
- Shut off outdoor faucets from inside
- Insulate exposed pipes in unheated areas
- Check weatherstripping on doors and windows
- Add or check attic insulation
Outdoor
- Aerate and fertilize lawn
- Clean and store outdoor furniture
- Bring in potted plants before frost
- Store lawn mower with fuel stabilizer
- Service snow blower
Winter
Protect your home from cold and plan for spring
Cold Weather Protection
- Check for ice dams after heavy snow
- Keep attic well-ventilated to prevent ice dams
- Monitor pipes in unheated areas
- Keep heating vents clear of furniture
- Check window locks and seals
Safety
- Test smoke and CO detectors
- Check fire extinguisher expiration
- Keep walkways clear of ice and snow
- Stock emergency supplies (flashlights, batteries)
- Know how to shut off water main
Indoor Maintenance
- Reverse ceiling fan direction (clockwise)
- Check humidity levels (30-50% ideal)
- Clean range hood filters
- Inspect plumbing for slow leaks
- Organize and declutter storage areas
Pro Tip: Create Your Own Seasonal Reminders
Don't rely on memory. Set calendar reminders at the start of each season, or use NestorAI to automatically track and remind you about seasonal maintenance tasks.
Automate Your Seasonal Maintenance
NestorAI tracks your seasonal checklists and sends reminders so you never miss a task:
- Get season-specific reminders automatically
- Check off tasks and track completion history
- Store contractor contacts for quick scheduling
- Export maintenance records when selling