Maintenance by month and season
Printable checklists for homeowners anywhere in the U.S. Each month page fits on one sheet. Every task links to the official or manufacturer source it comes from (ENERGY STAR, U.S. Fire Administration, EPA, Ready.gov, the American Red Cross, equipment makers and others), and "If you find a problem" links go to step-by-step how-to fixes with videos.
Timing depends on where you live. Freeze-related jobs are tied to your area's average first and last frost dates: look up your frost dates or ask your local National Weather Service office or Extension service.
Last checked: October 21, 2026. Keep model numbers, filter sizes and service dates on the printable Appliance Record. Want everything in one printable file? Sign up below for the free calendar PDF.
By month
- January Deep winter
- February Late winter: get ready for spring
- March Spring storms and the last frosts
- April Spring rain
- May Warming up
- June Heat and humidity
- July Hottest stretch
- August Late summer: plan for fall
- September Early fall
- October Leaves and the first frost
- November Colder nights
- December Freeze watch and holidays
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