a Serving
the Mint Hill, Matthews, Indian Trail, Stallings, Monroe
Pineville, Marvin, Waxhaw, Weddington and the Charlotte area
Since 1996
Woodwork • Doors
• Windows • Electrical • Siding • Wood Decay • Plumbing
Structural Repairs • Columns • Flooring • Guttering •
Brick Work • Painting
Garage Doors • Fencing •
Sheetrock
/ Drywall • Framing
• Decks • Tile
a
aHome Improvements,
Renovations, Repairs & Handyman Services
Licensed • Insured
• Bonded • Professional • Dependable • Quality Work
Ph: 704-545-2834
Fax: 704-545-0822
Home Maintenance Checklist
Kiser's Home Service & Repairs,
Inc.
recommends that all homeowners do a visual inspection
periodically to prevent major problems from occurring.
Spring and Fall are the best times to conduct your 6 month
inspections. If you notice any problems, be sure to call
us immediately.
Frequency
Siding & Bricks: look for warping in
siding and disintegration in bricks
Every 6 months
Doors and Windows: check for gaps in
caulking and weather stripping; rotten wood frames or shutters;
torn screens; locks working improperly
Every 6 months
Gutters: check and remove any debris;
insure water is draining away from the home
Every 6 months
Roof: check for missing or cracked
shingles
Every 6 months
Decks & Patios: check for rotten or
warping wood, loose railings, torn screens
Every 6 months
Fences: check for rotten wood or rusted
links
Every 6 months
Trees: check for damaged branches or dead
trees that may fall on the home during a major storm
Every 6 months
Firewood/Woodpiles: make sure they
are stacked properly and kept away from the home to prevent termite
infestation
Every 6 months
Heat Pumps: make sure outside unit is not
obstructed to insure proper air flow
Every 3 months
Outdoor electrical outlets and lights:
test outlets and lights to insure they work properly
Every 3 months
Outdoor faucets: make sure faucets are
not leaking or dripping
Monthly
Interior Checklist
Frequency
Flooring: check for loose or squeaky
floorboards; loose or torn carpeting; ripped or broken tile;
scratches on wooden floors
Once a year
Walls: check for cracks or warping in
drywall
Once a year
Interior Doors: check for squeaks and
tight closures; insure that door knobs work properly
Every 6 months
Ceilings: check for cracks and leaks
Every 6 months
Basement or Crawl Spaces: check for
cracks or any sign of dampness or leaks; check for possible
rotten wood
Every 6 months
Bath & Kitchen Tile: check for loose or
bad grout; loose or cracked tiles
Every 6 months
Exhaust Fans & Vents: check for debris
and proper airflow
Every 6 months
Ceiling Lights & Fans: check for proper
working order
Monthly
Plumbing: check all sink and tub faucets
for leaks; check around base of toilets for leaks; check under
sinks for possible water damage; check connections to washing
machine and ice maker for possible leaks or loose fittings;
check water heater for signs of leaks
