Annual
Maintenance Calendar.
Your seasonal roadmap to a healthier home. Know what to do and when — with Hookset handling the heavy lifting year-round.
Your Year-Round Game Plan
Wisconsin weather doesn't wait. Stay ahead of seasonal maintenance with this month-by-month guide.
Spring
March – May
- Gutter cleaning — clear winter debris
- Roof inspection — check for winter damage
- Lawn reawakening — first mow & fertilize
- Yard cleanup — leaves, branches, debris
- Window cleaning — let the sunshine in
- Pressure wash siding & driveway
- Check caulking & seals around windows/doors
- Inspect & repair downspouts
DIY Homeowner Quick Tips
- Replace furnace/HVAC filter
- Test sump pump before spring rains
- Clean refrigerator condenser coils
- Replace smoke & CO detector batteries
- Reverse ceiling fans (counterclockwise for cooling)
- Clean dryer vent & lint trap housing
Summer
June – August
- Lawn mowing & edging (weekly/biweekly)
- Hedge & shrub trimming
- Deck staining & sealing
- Mulch installation & weed control
- Patio & walkway cleaning
- Garden bed maintenance
- Airbnb turnover services
- Check attic ventilation
DIY Homeowner Quick Tips
- Replace HVAC filter monthly during AC season
- Inspect washing machine hoses for bulges/leaks
- Clean range hood & kitchen exhaust filters
- Test garage door auto-reverse sensors
- Check water heater for rust or pooling
- Flush water heater to clear sediment
Fall
September – November
- Leaf removal & gutter cleaning
- Fall yard cleanup
- Roof inspection before winter
- Winterize outdoor faucets & pipes
- Deck cleaning & prep for winter
- Final mow & lawn winterization
- Seal cracks in driveway & walkways
- Clean & store outdoor furniture
DIY Homeowner Quick Tips
- Replace furnace filter before heating season
- Switch thermostat to heat & program schedule
- Replace smoke detector batteries (daylight saving)
- Drain & winterize AC unit — cover if window unit
- Drain garden hoses & shut off exterior spigots
- Weatherstrip doors & caulk window gaps
- Clean dryer vent before heating season
Winter
December – February
- Snow removal — driveways & walkways
- Ice melt application
- Roof snow load monitoring
- Ice dam prevention & removal
- Emergency tarping (storm response)
- Interior handyman projects
- Plan spring projects & get on schedule
- Home Tune-Up — catch issues early
DIY Homeowner Quick Tips
- Replace furnace filter monthly during heating season
- Reverse ceiling fans (clockwise to push warm air down)
- Test carbon monoxide detectors
- Keep thermostat at 68°F when home, 62°F away
- Clear snow from furnace, dryer & gas meter vents
- Check for ice dams after every storm
Let Hookset Handle It All
Don't want to track seasonal maintenance yourself? We'll manage your entire calendar for you — you just enjoy the results.
We Schedule
We track the seasons and reach out when it's time.
We Handle It
Every task on the checklist — done right, done on time.
You Relax
A healthier home, zero stress, year-round protection.
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