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 CABINETS Clean and apply a light coat of wax. Inspect for separations (particularly at sinks and backsplash), recaulk as needed. CAULKING Inspect caulking around sinks, showers, tubs, countertops and ceramic tile and repair as necessary. DOORS Check screws on door lockset, hardware and tighten as necessary. Lubricate bifold and by-pass doors as necessary. Clean sliding door tracks and apply silicone spray to tracks as necessary. Oil moving parts of garage door. Inspect paint for peeling or cracking; touch up paint where needed. ELECTRIC Test and reset all Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) receptacles. Check electrical extension and appliance cords. Replace frayed or split cords. EXTERIOR FINISHES Check for cracks and voids in exterior caulking and recaulk as necessary. Check exterior painted surfaces for wear and deterioration. To repair, follow the maintenance instructions contained in the Painting portion of the Maintenance section of the manual. PLUMBING Clean out faucet aerators, spray nozzles and drains. Remove water heater residue following instructions in the Plumbing Section of the manual. FOUNDATION Check foundation for settlement, ponding or potential drainage problems. SMOKE DETECTORS Replace the batteries in your smoke detectors every six months WINDOWS Check sills for caulking cracks or separations and recaulk as necessary. Check weatherstripping around windows and repair or replace as necessary. Check windows for smooth opening and closing operation. Clean tracks and lubricate as necessary. Inspect window screens and repair or replace as necessary. |
   Avoid scalding and burning by setting your water heater to "normal." |
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