Seasonal Rental Property Maintenance Checklist

Preventive maintenance protects your asset and keeps tenants happy. This seasonal checklist helps you prioritize the right tasks at the right time.

Spring

• Service HVAC and replace filters
• Inspect roof, gutters, and downspouts
• Test smoke/CO detectors and replace batteries

Summer

• Check irrigation and landscaping drainage
• Seal windows/doors and inspect exterior paint
• Clean dryer vents and kitchen exhausts

Fall

• Service heating systems and chimneys
• Flush water heater; inspect plumbing for leaks
• Trim trees away from structures

Winter

• Insulate exposed pipes and weatherstrip doors
• Check carbon monoxide risks from heating
• Prepare for snow/ice removal where applicable

“A seasonal plan reduces emergencies and builds tenant trust.”