Sunday, March 11, 2012

6 important to do's in your home with an easy reminder from Father time!

Its that time again! Spring forward! Anytime you change the time on your clocks for daylight savings in the Spring & Fall, it's a great reminder to:

- check the batteries and test your smoke and carbon monoxide detectors (if you don't have either one of these in your home, it is now a code requirement. They can be found at most hardware & home improvement stores). Most of these type detectors require a 9v battery.
- have your heating (in the Fall) and air conditioning (in the spring) system serviced.
- Inspect (spring) and drain (fall) your storage tank water heater. If you have a tankless water heater, it typically requires an annual descale service.
- Inspect and clean behind and around your clothes washer/dryer
- Inspect and clean behind, under & around your refrigerator (pay close attention to clean any coils or parts that look like a radiator)
- Check your emergency preparedness and first aid kits for any items that need replenishing.

Now that you have got all that done...enjoy the x-tra daylight!