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Home Maintenance

Most expensive repairs start as small problems nobody noticed: a clogged gutter, a slow drip, an old filter. A simple routine catches them early.

Free templateHome Maintenance ChecklistMonthly, seasonal and yearly tasks with a tracker. PDF + Excel.GuideHow to Document Water DamagePhotos, video, notes and a timeline insurers and landlords can use.CalculatorHome Repair Budget CalculatorAdd line items, a contingency and see a monthly savings goal.

Small habits that prevent big repairs

  • Monthly: test smoke and carbon monoxide alarms, check under sinks for drips, and look at your HVAC filter.
  • Spring and fall: clean gutters and downspouts, walk around the roof line and foundation after storms, and book heating or cooling service before the busy season.
  • Before the first freeze: disconnect garden hoses and know where your main water shutoff valve is.

The free checklist below turns these into a printable, trackable routine. And if water does get in, our water damage guide explains what to record before cleanup starts.