Maintenance

HOUSE

-Washing Machine filter- clean every 2 months -use self cleaning option in front loading washers seasonally as they are prone to mildew and mold

-Dryer lint filter - clean every 1-2 uses (dryer vent going outside needs clearing as needed to prevent buildup)

-Dish Washer- Filter cleaned as needed

-Refrigerator Water Filter - 6 months

-Refrigerator coils- clean every 6 months (this saves on power consumption as it makes the coils more efficient)

-HVAC air filter- 2-3 months depending on animals and occupants

-HVAC inspection- once a year- AC should be serviced in spring and heat inspected in fall

-Inspect fire extinguisher- monthly (if you don't have one get one, make sure it's rated for A,B, and C fires)

-Water Heater- check pressure release valve every 6 months Flush once a year -replace anode rod every 3-5 years (keeps your water heater from rusting

-Gutters- clean as needed depending upon how much tree coverage you have

-Asphalt roof- 20 years

CAR

-Oil/Coolant/Tire Pressure- checked every month (check when vehicle is cool)

-Belts/hoses- check every 3 months

-Oil - change between 3-10k miles ( check user manual)

-Tires- Rotate every 1-2 oil changes or 5-10k miles (use penny test to check wear, note any uneven wear, uneven wear may be a sign of an alignment or balance issue)

-Windshield wipers- when streaks appear

-Engine air filter- 15- 30k miles (check user manual)

-Cabin air filter- 15k-25k or once a year

-Fuel filter- every 20-40k mile, newer cars may not need replaced as often (check user manual)

-Spark Plugs- replace every 30k miles (check user manual)

-Serpentine Belt- replace ~40k miles (check user manual)

-Brake Fluid- replace every 20-40k miles (check user manual)

-Brake pads- replace up to 50k miles or when you hear the "squealing" sound

-Brake rotors- replaced or resurface every 60k miles ( can only be resurfaced once) it's best to go ahead and do this when replacing pads.

-Coolant- replace every 60k (add when needed)

-Timing Belt- replace ~75k miles (check user manual) ( a belt failure can cause damage to other parts costing a lot more money that a simple belt replacement)

-Transmission fluid- replace 30-100k miles (check user manual)

-Power steering fluid- replace at 75k

MISCELLANEOUS

Vacuum Cleaner - filters cleaned once a month

Kitchen knives- hone (maintain) and sharpen (revitalize) kitchen knives as needed. Look up a guide so that you do this correctly.

Cast iron cookware- season annually

Leather furniture - 6-12 months

Leather boots - 1-12 months dependent on usage

Lawn Mower/yard equipment- air filter cleaned once a month (replace once a year) Replace oil every 20-50 hours or atleast annually Drain gas at the end of the season

Gas- any gas stored longer than a month should have a stabilizer added to it to prevent deterioration that can gunk up carbuerators. (I recommend startron)

Rain gear- wash atleast once a year.

Tents, sleeping bags, etc - air out at least once a year. If they get wet while using allow to air out once you're home to avoid moisture causing mildew and mold growth.

Electronics with batteries - if stored for an extended period of time keep batteries outside of the compartment to avoid corrosion and save battery life.

Desktop/laptop- clean air intake every 6 months