March has arrived which means spring is just around the corner! While we all start dreaming of warmer days, taking some time to plan ahead for an annual spring cleaning is always a great idea. Our March Home Maintenance Checklist is the perfect way to get your home prepared for the season change, and the different weather that comes along with it – like rain! A sump pump is a key player in keeping your home dry and damage free during our rainiest months, which is why it’s our March feature. A sump pump’s job is to pump the water out and away from your home so your basement stays dry. Be sure to check that your sump pump is plugged in and working properly to help prevent flooding!
Don’t forget to check out the rest of the March Home Maintenance Checklist:
- Clean or replace furnace filter, HRV or humidifier filter (if applicable)
- Check attic for insulation settlement, frost and leaks. If you live within a condominium, please notify your property manager regarding any settlement, frost or leaks.
- Check ceilings for cracks
- Clean range hood/OTR filter
- Check exhaust fans for snow build-up around hot water tank and furnace vents. If you live within a condominium, please notify your property manager regarding any build up.
- Check for excessive snow on roof/overhangs. If you live within a condominium, please notify your property manager regarding any build up.
Click the link below for a downloadable PDF of our March Home Maintenance Checklist:
