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 | DURING THE FALL |  |
- replace the filters in your heating and air conditioning systems
- remove window air conditioners
- change the batteries on smoke and carbon monoxide detectors
- inspect the seals on windows and doors
- inspect joints in ceramic tile and caulk around tub and sink
- inspect exposed wiring and cords for wear and fraying
- inspect unvented gas heaters for proper ventilation
- have your heating and air conditioning systems serviced
- inspect for and repair any plumbing leaks
| DURING THE SPRING | |
- inspect the attic, ceilings, and roof overhang for water damage
- replace the filters in your heating and air conditioning systems
- inspect walls and masonry for cracks and subsidence
- inspect paint for wear or cracking
- inspect door / window frames, siding, and trim for cracks
- change the batteries on smoke and carbon monoxide detectors
- inspect the seals on windows and doors
- have your gutters and downspouts cleaned out
- plug leaks along the seams and corners of your gutters
- inspect windows for broken glass and screens -- clean screens
- inspect joints in ceramic tile and caulk around tub and sink
- inspect exposed wiring and cords for wear and fraying
- have your heating and air conditioning systems serviced
- inspect your basement for leaks, moisture, termites, and wood rot
| DURING THE SUMMER | |
- inspect the roof for damage or loose shingles
- inspect the driveway and walkways for cracks and settling
- drain the water and sediment from your hot water heater
- replace the water in your hot water heater
- test the pressure valve on your hot water heater
- check to make sure water heater vent is not blocked
- replace the filters in your heating and air conditioning systems
| DURING THE WINTER | |
- have your gutters and downspouts cleaned out
- plug leaks along the seams and corners of your gutters
- inspect and repair your home's sump pump
- oil door locks and hinges and tighten doorknob and hinge screws
- inspect the attic for pests (birds, rodents, insects)
- inspect around your property for wasp nests and remove
- replace the filters in your heating and air conditioning systems
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Ramona Creel is Professional Organizer, NAPO Golden Circle Member, and the original founder of OnlineOrganizing. A former Social Worker, she has always enjoyed helping people find the resources and solutions they need to improve their lives. Ramona now travels the country as a full-time RVer, sharing her story of simplicity with everyone she meets. She leads by example -- having worked for more than 10 years as a Professional Organizer, and having radically downsized and simplified her own life as a full-time RVer. Ramona now considers herself a "Renaissance Woman" -- bringing all of her passions together into one satisfying career. As a "Virtual Organizer", she can create a customized organizing plan for your home or office. As a "Simplicity and Accountability Coach ", Ramona provides a proven program for making every area of your life a little bit easier -- perfect for those who want to make the time and space to focus on their true priorities. As a Professional Photographer, Ramona captures powerful images of places and people as she travels. And as a freelance writer and blogger, she shares organizing techniques, travel tips, and social commentary with others. You can see all these sides of Ramona -- read her articles, browse through her photographs, and even hire her to help get your life in order -- at www.RamonaCreel.com. You can also follow her on Twitter, check out her Facebook profile, and subscribe to her blog feeds.
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