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Section 9 | Home Care & Maintenance CATEGORY / ITEM TO BE CHECKED Test and reset Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) outlets. Check condition of paint finishes and touch-up as required. Clean siding as per manufacturer’s recommendations. Inspect damper and check Check air filters and clean or replace as necessary. Clean supply-air and return-air registers. LANDSCAPING Rake, seed, and fertilize lawns. Check water shut-off valves. Tighten if leaking. Drain water heater to remove residue. MONTHLY SEASONALLY EVERY 6 MONTHS ANNUALLY EXTERIOR TRIM AND SIDING Check for caulking shrinkage and separation of trim and siding. Recaulk as necessary. FIREPLACE Arrange for professional cleaning and inspection of chimney cap. HEATING AND COOLING Arrange for inspection and maintenance of air conditioning system by end of heating season. Arrange for inspection and maintenance of furnace prior to heating season. PLUMBING Winterize exterior pipes and faucets. Remove and store hoses. 76 | Edition July 2019