Property Maintenance Checklists by Season-Wise

Spring

For Multifamily:

• Check for weather destruction to buildings made by snow, wind, and rain. 

• Keep your property’s HVAC heating system examined and cleaned. 

• Get a certified roof specialist to examine the roofs of your properties for any damages or leaks.

For Single-Family Homes and Condos:

• Inspect the gutters and downspouts for any clogs.

• Inspect for mold and mildew in the interiors, and use thermal cameras if needed.

Common Areas:

• Improve your property’s landscaping with new flowers or shrubs.

Summer

Multifamily Apartments:

• Examine pipes fixtures and systems and look for chipped grout and sealants that could lead to water loss. Also, inspect the communal water fountains and public restrooms along with individual units.

• Be prepared to make repairs and replacements for the air conditioners, whether you have window air conditioners or central AC

• Test smoke and C02 alarms.

Single-Family Homes & Condos:

• Clear window wells and gutters to assure rain can flow freely.

• Address any gaps in windows, doors, and walls to reduce the prevalence of summer pests like ants and roaches. 

Common Areas: 

• Keep the grass mowed regularly and manage to landscape and increase watering for the hotter summer months. Consider mulching garden beds to help conserve water and spruce up your property.

• Trim trees to keep weak or dying limbs from causing property damage during stormy weather.

• Inspect outdoor lighting, and make sure to adjust the settings with the longer days. Solar-lighting is a great, energy-efficient option that requires little maintenance once installed.

• Pressure wash and repair deck and patio spaces, and clean any common areas to remove dust, dirt, or grime.

• Steam clean tile, wood, and carpet flooring and furniture of communal areas.

Fall

Multifamily Apartments:

• Replace the HVAC filters, thoroughly inspect the unit, and perform any routine maintenance,

• Sweep trash cans and replace any communal trash cans or recycling receptacles that may have been damaged over the summer months.

• Total annual fire drills and security checks with your tenants.

• Inspect roofs of each building for leaks, obstructions, and wear and tear.

Single-Family Homes & Condos:

• Sweep the chimney, check the flue, and inspect the grate and fire-screen to prepare for cold weather.

• Clean the gutters and downspouts to remove any excess dirt or debris.

Common Areas:

• Refresh your flower beds and containers with plant varieties that can withstand cooler temperatures.

• Clean your property of all dead leaves, weeds, and branches.

• Blow out and turn off sprinkler and irrigation systems.

Winter

Multifamily Apartments:

• Service or replace any problematic HVAC systems now to avoid any issues as the season progresses.

• Examine vacant units regularly to ensure there isn’t any snow build on the balcony or a burst pipe in the bathroom.

• If your building uses natural gas, be sure the furnaces are well-maintained and serviced. 

Single-Family Homes & Condos: 

• Clear gutters and address any concerns with the roof.

• Inspect batteries in smoke and carbon monoxide detectors.

• Insulate water pipes near windows and doors to prevent them from freezing. 

Common Areas:

• Stock up on materials such as salt for walkways and driveways, and gasoline for snowblowers.
• Clear walkways of snow or ice, and salt surfaces to ensure residents are safe.
• Properly winterize pools depending on your location. For those in the North, you’ll need to winterize your pipes or drain the pool altogether.
• Ensure all trees have been properly maintained and trimmed to avoid any damage during a winter storm.

Property maintenance services are involved with the maintenance of your property. People normally favor outsourcing these services to maintain the shape of their property. Property maintenance plays an integral part in the protection of the property.