February Home Maintenance Checklist

4 tasks for February — each with the reason it's on the list. Print it, stick it on the fridge, and cross things off.

Every monthTest smoke and CO detectorsDetectors fail quietly — the only way to know one still works is to test it.
Every 2 monthsClean the dishwasher filterModern dishwashers trap food in a filter you're supposed to rinse — few people know it exists.
Once a yearExercise the main water shutoffIn a burst-pipe emergency the main valve is the difference between a puddle and a disaster — unless it seized open years ago..
Every 6 monthsClean bathroom exhaust fansA dust-choked fan can't clear shower moisture, and chronic bathroom moisture becomes ceiling mold and peeling paint..

Press ⌘P (Mac) or Ctrl+P (Windows) to print this checklist.

Gable keeps this list for you.

The Gable app builds your home's maintenance schedule, reminds you when tasks come due, and keeps the record of everything you've done. Coming soon to iPhone.