Villa Maintenance Checklist

Use this Villa Maintenance Checklist to review and address upkeep tasks, ensuring systems and amenities from heaters to furnaces are in optimal condition.

Villa Maintenance Checklist



Villa Safety

1. Are smoke alarms, carbon monoxide detectors, and all ground-fault circuit interrupters tested?


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2. Is the gauge and expiration date on fire extinguishers checked?


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3. Are electrical cords inspected for wear?


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Landscaping And Yard Prep

1. Are leaves raked and the lawn aerated?


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2. Are leaves and debris removed from gutters and downspouts?


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3. Is pest prevention practiced by keeping firewood away from the house, trimming shrubs, repairing rotten or broken woodwork, and removing wasp nests from eaves or overhangs?


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4. Is exterior plumbing, including hoses and in-ground sprinkler systems, drained and winterized?


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Home Exterior Repairs And Updates

1. Are cracks and gaps in the driveway and walkway mended?


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2. Is exterior siding and trim touched up with paint?


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3. Are windows and siding power-washed?


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4. Is the roofing inspected for missing, loose, or damaged shingles and leaks?


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5. Is the siding repaired or replaced as needed?


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6. Are window and door screens cleaned?


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7. Are old, drafty windows replaced with more energy-efficient models?


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8. Are cracks and gaps in windows and doors sealed with caulk or weather stripping, and are they replaced if necessary?


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9. Is exterior door hardware inspected and are squeaky handles and loose locks fixed?


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10. Is insulation wrapped around outdoor faucets and pipes in unheated garages?


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Interior Cleaning And Inspection

1. Is the forced-air heating system inspected by a professional, scheduled in late summer or early fall before the heating season begins?


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2. Is the fireplace checked for damage or hazards, and are fireplace flues cleaned? Is the fireplace professionally inspected?


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3. Are major home appliances tuned up before the holidays?


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4. Are the batteries in smoke and carbon monoxide detectors replaced?


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5. Is a smoke detector installed on every floor of the home, including the basement?


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6. Are the carpets cleaned?


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7. Is lint vacuumed from the dryer vent?


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8. Is the water heater checked for leaks?


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Exterior Repairs And Updates

1. Is the air-conditioning unit covered?


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2. Are the roof, gutters, and downspouts inspected for damage after storms?


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3. Are sidewalk salt and ice melt stocked up?


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Interior Cleaning And Inspection

1. Is the basement checked for leaks during thaws?


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2. Is the bathroom exhaust fan grill vacuumed?


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3. Are refrigerator and freezer coils vacuumed and drip trays emptied and cleaned?


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4. Are drains in sinks, tubs, showers, and dishwashers cleaned?


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5. Are mouse traps set up as needed?


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Landscaping And Yard Prep

1. Is the deck refinished?


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2. Is the lawn fertilized?


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3. Are trees and shrubs pruned?


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Exterior Repairs & Updates

1. Are window and door screens cleaned?


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2. Are leaves and debris removed from gutters and downspouts?


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3. Is a professional scheduled to inspect and pump the septic tank?


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4. Is the roofing inspected for missing, loose, or damaged shingles and leaks?


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5. Is the chimney inspected for damage?


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6. Are windows washed?


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7. Is the siding power-washed?


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8. Are caulking and weather stripping around windows, doors, and mechanicals repaired or replaced?


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9. Is the insulation removed from outdoor faucets and are sprinkler heads checked?


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Interior Cleaning & Inspection

1. Are faucet aerators and showerheads cleaned to remove mineral deposits, with a repeat in the fall?


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2. Has the air-conditioner filter been changed?


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3. Is wood furniture polished and are light fixtures dusted?


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4. Are batteries in smoke and carbon monoxide detectors replaced?


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5. Is sink, shower, and bath caulking inspected for deterioration?


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6. Is lint vacuumed from the dryer vent?


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7. Is the air-conditioning system serviced?


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8. Is the water heater drained or flushed?


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Interior Cleaning And Inspection

1. Is lint removed from the dryer vent?


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2. Is the kitchen exhaust fan filter cleaned?


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3. Are the refrigerator and freezer coils cleaned and drip trays emptied and cleaned?


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4. Is the dishwasher checked for leaks?


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5. Are kitchen and bathroom cabinets and toilets checked for leaks?


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6. Are the faucet and shower head washers replaced if needed?


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7. Is tile grout sealed?


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Air Quality And Vents

1. Is the furnace filter cleaned to remove dust build-ups, making it easier to regulate your home's temperature, and ultimately decrease energy bills?


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2. Are heat registers and heat vents vacuumed?


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3. Are indoor and outdoor air vents checked to ensure they are not blocked?


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Plumbing And Water

1. Is the water softener checked and salt replenished if necessary?


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2. Is the garbage disposal cleaned by grinding ice cubes, and then flushed with hot water and baking soda?


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3. Are tub and sink drains inspected for debris and unclogged if necessary?


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4. Is hot water flushed out from the water heater to remove accumulated sediment?


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