A Home Maintenance Calendar for Austin Homeowners

Owning a home means a little regular care. Here is a simple calendar built around Central Texas seasons.

Spring

• Service your AC before the heat arrives
• Clean gutters and check downspouts
• Check the roof after spring storms
• Look over your sprinkler system and set a watering schedule that follows city rules

Summer

• Change AC filters often
• Water near your foundation during long dry spells, following watering rules
• Check attic ventilation
• Watch your electric bill for sudden jumps

Fall

• Service your heating system
• Clean gutters again after leaves drop
• Seal gaps around windows and doors
• Trim trees away from the roof

Winter

• Know where your water shut off is
• Insulate exposed pipes and hose bibs
• Keep faucet covers on hand for freezes
• Test smoke and carbon monoxide detectors

Anytime

• Flush your water heater once a year
• Clean the dryer vent
• Keep receipts for repairs, which help when you sell

Simple habits protect your biggest investment. If you need vendor recommendations, I have a great list from my years in property management.