Many homeowners don’t consider the maintenance tasks required to keep your plumbing and HVAC systems running well—until there is a problem! When it comes to residential upkeep, getting a professional set of eyes on your heating and cooling systems, as well as your water tank and pipework, can help you avoid hefty replacement costs. Chesapeake Home Services is here to help you get started with a back to school checklist for plumbing, heating and air conditioning. 

Fall Home Maintenance To Do List 

Change Air Filters
Your home’s air conditioning filters need to be changed every 3 months. With summer travel and vacations, it’s easy to allow air filters too much time, which can slow the efficiency of your HVAC system. Now is a great time to set reminders in your calendar for every third month of the year. If you sense that your HVAC system or thermostat is still not working properly, contact Chesapeake Home Services before the cold temperatures hit. 

Check Faucets for Leaks
As the family settles back into a routine, fall is a great time to check the pipes under bathroom and kitchen sinks for leaks. Tighten anything you can. Chesapeake Home Services can conduct a full system check so that you are prepared with a established relationship with a plumbing company before an emergency occurs. Check out our Maintenance Plans!

Review Emergency Procedures With the Family
With hurricane season upon us, make sure everyone in the household knows how to shut off the water in an emergency. Review where the breaker box is located for power outages. Keep a written record of the contact information and phone numbers for service providers. Chesapeake Home Services’ 24-hour emergency phone number is 302-732-6006. Jot it down!

Clean and Inspect Air Conditioning and Heat Pump Units
Now is a great time to take a look in and around your AC or heating systems to clean the unit and coils, inspect for rusted or damaged parts, and check the refrigerant levels and drain lines. If you’re not sure what you’re looking at, schedule professional maintenance with Chesapeake Home Services so that you can rest assured that your system is working optimally.

Our discount membership and home maintenance plans will help you stay up to date with all your plumbing and HVAC needs. 

Chesapeake Home Services is prepared to support the longevity of your home systems. Contact us today for immediate help or to set up regular maintenance.