A seasonal walkthrough can help you notice changes and decide which questions to take to a professional. Start with the season ahead, then return to this checklist as the weather changes.
Spring
- Review irrigation for visible leaks and overspray.
- Arrange cooling-system service before hot weather.
- Look at the roof and gutters from the ground after winter.
- Walk through the yard for standing water and pest entry points.
Summer
- Check filters using your system manual and household conditions.
- Review pool gates and barriers before water activities.
- Keep vegetation and combustibles around the home on your wildfire review list.
- Adjust irrigation for restrictions, weather and plant needs.
Fall
- Arrange heating service and review carbon monoxide alarms.
- Have gutters and drainage paths checked before rain.
- Review your household evacuation plan and emergency contacts.
- Check exterior gaps, door seals and weather stripping.
Winter
- Watch for water staining after storms without climbing the roof.
- Prepare accessible pipes for freezing weather where needed.
- Check outage supplies and generator placement guidance.
- Keep walkways clear and review tree hazards with an arborist.
This is a planning aid, not a complete inspection or service schedule. Equipment manuals, local conditions and a professional assessment take priority.
Need the details?
- Your spring home reset: a few useful checks, not an endless list
Review cooling, irrigation and the changes winter left behind, then prioritize the work.
- Summer at home: prepare for heat before it becomes a scramble
Plan comfort, outdoor work and an alternative place to cool down before a heat event.
- The fall walkthrough: follow water, leaves and unfinished repairs
Use the transition toward wetter weather to organize drainage, heating and outstanding maintenance.
- Winter home care: warmth, water and a workable outage plan
Prepare for your address and elevation rather than assuming every Placer County home faces the same conditions.
