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Seasonal Inspection Checklist

Comprehensive inspection checklists for spring and fall. Catch problems early, maintain your home's value, and prevent costly repairs.

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Inspection Date

8/6/2025

Spring 2025

Exterior

Inspect roof for damaged, loose, or missing shingleshigh
Check gutters and downspouts for clogs and proper drainagehigh
Examine exterior walls for cracks, gaps, or damagemedium
Check foundation for cracks or water damagehigh
Test exterior faucets and sprinkler systemsmedium
Trim trees and bushes away from housemedium
Check deck/patio for rot, loose boards, or damagemedium

HVAC

Schedule professional HVAC servicehigh
Replace or clean HVAC filtershigh
Test cooling system operationhigh
Clean air vents and registerslow

Plumbing

Check for leaks under sinks and around toiletshigh
Test water heater pressure relief valvemedium
Inspect washing machine hosesmedium
Clean faucet aerators and showerheadslow
Test sump pump operationhigh

Electrical

Test all GFCI outletshigh
Check electrical panel for issuesmedium
Replace smoke detector batterieshigh
Test carbon monoxide detectorshigh

Interior

Check attic for leaks, pests, or insulation issuesmedium
Inspect basement/crawlspace for moisture or crackshigh
Test all windows and doors for proper operationmedium
Check and clean bathroom exhaust fanslow
Test garage door safety featureshigh

Appliances

Clean refrigerator coilsmedium
Clean dishwasher filter and sealslow
Clean dryer vent and lint traphigh
Check water softener salt levelslow

Seasonal Inspection Tips

Spring Focus Areas

  • 🌸Check for winter damage to roof and siding
  • 🌸Service AC before summer heat
  • 🌸Test and repair irrigation systems
  • 🌸Clean gutters from spring debris

Fall Focus Areas

  • 🍂Prepare heating system for winter
  • 🍂Winterize outdoor faucets and sprinklers
  • 🍂Seal gaps to prevent drafts and pests
  • 🍂Clean chimney before first use

When to Call Professionals

For safety and warranty reasons, always hire professionals for: roof repairs, electrical panel work, gas line issues, major plumbing problems, HVAC repairs, and chimney cleaning.

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