Here are some suggested timeframes for maintaining the quality of your home:
| Item | When to Service | Additional Notes |
| Furnace Filter | Every Quarter | The first six months in your home, the filter should be changed monthly. |
| Ceramic Tile Grout | Every Year | A quality grout sealer should be applied to ceramic tile grout. Follow the manufacterer's recommendations. |
| Crawl Space Vents | Every Year | Open during Spring, Summer, and Fall. Close the vents during Winter. |
| Entry Door Thresholds | Every 6 Months | Thresholds should be checked for air infiltration and adjusted if necessary. |
| Exterior Caulking | Every 6 Months | Check for cracked, missing, or damaged caulking. Replace caulking as necessary. |
| Exterior Paint | Every 6 Months | Check the entire home for peeling paint, which exposes raw wood to the elements. |
| Fireplace Flues | Every Year | Have your fireplace flues cleaned by a professional chimney sweep. |
| GFIs | Every Quarter | Test all GFI outlets. This includes exterior, bath, kitchen, basement, and jacuzzi outlets. |
