Joyce Byrne, Broker
SRS, ABR, HBA, MA
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Property Maintenance Checklist
London, Ontario Area
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
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Spring
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Fall
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Annually
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As required
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a. Check grading to assure that water will drain away from the house.
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X
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b. Check basement for dampness and/or leakage following wet weather.
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X
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a. Check doors, windows, and trim for finish failure
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X
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b. Check glazed openings for loose putty
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X
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c. Check for broken glass and damaged screens
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X
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d. Check screens and arrange to have cleaned.
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X
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e. Check hardware – lubricate moving parts
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X
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X
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f. Check weather stripping for damage and tightness of fit.
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X
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g. Check caulking at doors, windows, and all other openings and joints between dissimilar materials (i.e. wood-masonry).
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X
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a. Check masonry for cracks and loose joints.
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X
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b. Check paint surfaces for paint failure.
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X
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c. Check siding and trim for damage or decay.
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X
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d. Check all trim for tightness of fit
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X
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X
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a. Check for damage or loose shingles, blistered roofing, etc
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X
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b. Check underside of roof where accessible for water stains or dampness.
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X
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c. Check for damaged flashing.
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X
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d. Check for damaged gutters, & downspouts.
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X
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e. Clean gutters and down spouts.
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X
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X
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f. Evaluate gutters and downspouts and other sheet metal for repainting.
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X
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g. Evaluate roof for future replacement.
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X
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h. Check vents and louvers for birds nests, etc.
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X
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X
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i. Check fascia and soffits for paint failure and decay.
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X
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j. Check masonry chimneys.
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X
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a. Check all painted and natural finished surfaces for dirt, finish failure, and for required repairs.
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X
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b. Check all joints in ceramic tile, laminated plastic, and similar surfaces. Check caulking around sinks, bathtubs & showers.
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X
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X
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a. Check for wear and damage- check particularly where one floor material joins another (ie. wood-tile, wood-carpet)
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X
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b. Evaluate for replacement or refinishing.
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X
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a. Check condition of lamp cords, extension cords and plugs-replace at first sign of wear and damage.
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X
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X
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b. Check areas where wiring is exposed. Replace at first sign of wear and damage.
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X
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X
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c. If fuses blow or breakers trip frequently, electrician should be contacted to determine cause and make necessary repairs.
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X
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8. Heating and Cooling System
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a. Clean or change filter
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X
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b. Clean dirt and dust from around furnaces, condensing unit, air grilles and ducts.
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X
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X
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c. Where neccessary have entire system checked by a qualified serviceman.
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X
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d. Remove window air conditioner in winter.
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X
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e. Clean and service humidifier and/or dehumidifier.
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X
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a. Check faucets, hose bibs, and valves for leakage.
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X
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b. Check toilets for leakage.
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X
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c. Septic Tank –May need to be pumped & rechecked.
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X
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d. Check water heater for rust/leakage
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X
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a. Drain outside water lines and hoses.
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X
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b. Clean window wells and storm drains.
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X
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X
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X
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c. Check driveways and walks for cracks and soil erosion.
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X
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d. Check all wood for decay and termites.
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X
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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.
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Joyce Byrne, Broker
Sutton Group Preferred Realty Inc., Brokerage
Independently Owned & Operated
181 Commissioners Rd W • London ON Canada • N6J 1X9
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