Joyce Byrne Broker

Here is a wonderful checklist to use to keep your properties in tip-top shape! This list ensures important maintenance items are not overlooked. We thought we would share it with you. If you need a professionals assistance with any of these tasks just call our team & we can refer you to an expert.

1. Foundation and Basement

	Spring	Fall	Annually	As required
a. Check grading to assure that water will drain away from the house.			X
b. Check basement for dampness and/or leakage following wet weather.			X

2. Doors and Windows

a. Check doors, windows, and trim for finish failure	X
b. Check glazed openings for loose putty	X
c. Check for broken glass and damaged screens	X
d. Check screens and arrange to have cleaned.	X
e. Check hardware – lubricate moving parts	X	X
f. Check weather stripping for damage and tightness of fit.	X
g. Check caulking at doors, windows, and all other openings and joints between dissimilar materials (i.e. wood-masonry).	X

3. Exterior Walls

a. Check masonry for cracks and loose joints.	X
b. Check paint surfaces for paint failure.	X
c. Check siding and trim for damage or decay.	X
d. Check all trim for tightness of fit	X	X

4. Roof

a. Check for damage or loose shingles, blistered roofing, etc	X
b. Check underside of roof where accessible for water stains or dampness.	X
c. Check for damaged flashing.	X
d. Check for damaged gutters, & downspouts.	X
e. Clean gutters and down spouts.	X	X
f. Evaluate gutters and downspouts and other sheet metal for repainting.			X
g. Evaluate roof for future replacement.			X
h. Check vents and louvers for birds nests, etc.	X	X
i. Check fascia and soffits for paint failure and decay.	X
j. Check masonry chimneys.	X

5. Interior Surfaces

a. Check all painted and natural finished surfaces for dirt, finish failure, and for required repairs.	X
b. Check all joints in ceramic tile, laminated plastic, and similar surfaces. Check caulking around sinks, bathtubs & showers.	X	X

6. Floors

a. Check for wear and damage- check particularly where one floor material joins another (ie. wood-tile, wood-carpet)			X
b. Evaluate for replacement or refinishing.			X

7. Electrical System

a. Check condition of lamp cords, extension cords and plugs-replace at first sign of wear and damage.	X	X
b. Check areas where wiring is exposed. Replace at first sign of wear and damage.	X	X
c. If fuses blow or breakers trip frequently, electrician should be contacted to determine cause and make necessary repairs.			X

8. Heating and Cooling System

a. Clean or change filter				X
b. Clean dirt and dust from around furnaces, condensing unit, air grilles and ducts.	X	X
c. Where neccessary have entire system checked by a qualified serviceman.		X
d. Remove window air conditioner in winter.		X
e. Clean and service humidifier and/or dehumidifier.			X

9. Plumbing System

a. Check faucets, hose bibs, and valves for leakage.		X
b. Check toilets for leakage.		X
c. Septic Tank –May need to be pumped & rechecked.		X
d. Check water heater for rust/leakage	X

10. Grounds and Yard

a. Drain outside water lines and hoses.			X
b. Clean window wells and storm drains.	X	X		X
c. Check driveways and walks for cracks and soil erosion.	X
d. Check all wood for decay and termites.			X

Call our team at 519-471-8888 if you have any questions or if you know someone who is looking for a Property Manager or Realtor.

Property Maintenance Checklist

London, Ontario Area