Seasonal Home Maintenance Checklist for Southern Homes

Stay Ahead of Repairs in AL, GA & TN with These Seasonal Tips

Your home is one of your biggest investments—and like anything else you rely on every day, it needs regular upkeep. In southern states like Alabama, Georgia, and Tennessee, the changing seasons can take a toll on your home. Staying on top of seasonal maintenance can help prevent costly repairs and keep everything running smoothly year-round.

Here’s a simple, practical checklist—broken down by season—to help you stay ahead of small problems before they become big ones.

Spring

As the weather warms up, spring is the ideal time to inspect your home for any damage left behind by winter. It’s also a great time to tackle those "I’ll get to it later" items and give everything a fresh start for the year.

Spring Maintenance Checklist:

• Inspect roof and gutters for winter damage

• Clean out gutters and downspouts

• Pressure wash exterior surfaces (siding, deck, driveway)

• Check caulking around windows and doors

• Schedule HVAC tune-up before summer

• Repair damaged screens or trim back vegetation

• Check for signs of pests or moisture buildup

  
  

A little springtime effort goes a long way in preventing future repairs—and helps your home look its best just in time for cookouts and outdoor fun.

Summer

Between the heat, humidity, and summer storms, this season can be hard on your home—especially the exterior. Summer is the perfect time to stay ahead of damage caused by the sun and rain, while also refreshing outdoor spaces.

Summer Maintenance Checklist:

• Inspect and seal decks, porches, or fences

• Touch up exterior paint or stain

• Check attic ventilation and insulation

• Clean or replace HVAC filters

• Test ceiling fans and clean vents

• Inspect roofing and flashing for storm damage

• Trim trees or branches near your roof

  
  

Finishing these tasks in summer helps prevent water damage, improve energy efficiency, and keep outdoor spaces safe for the season ahead.

Fall

Fall is the season of preparation. Before cooler temperatures arrive, take time to get your home ready for winter weather and the holiday season. A few preventative measures now can save time, stress, and money later.

Fall Maintenance Checklist:

• Seal cracks and gaps around windows/doors

• Clean leaves from gutters and downspouts

• Drain and store hoses; winterize outdoor faucets

• Schedule chimney and fireplace inspection

• Check smoke and CO detectors

• Insulate exposed pipes and crawl spaces

• Look for signs of water leaks or damage

  
  

Wrapping up these items in fall ensures your home stays cozy, efficient, and safe when temperatures drop—and gives you one less thing to think about around the holidays.

Winter

Southern winters may be milder than most, but freezing temps, ice, and high winds can still cause trouble. Winter is the time to focus on protecting your home from the cold and tackling indoor projects you've been putting off.

Winter Maintenance Checklist:

• Protect pipes in garages and crawl spaces

• Check weather stripping around windows/doors

• Look for signs of roof leaks after heavy rain

• Replace furnace filters as needed

• Test your sump pump (if applicable)

• Handle indoor repairs (painting, wall hanging, appliance fixes)

• Prep for holiday guests with last-minute updates

  
  

Winter’s slower pace is a great time to take care of small repairs indoors—so your home stays functional, cozy, and guest-ready all season long.

Keeping up with seasonal maintenance can feel overwhelming, but it doesn’t have to be. Tackling a few key tasks each season helps protect your home, extend the life of major systems, and avoid costly repairs.

If you'd prefer to leave the to-do list to a trusted professional, ask us about our Home Maintenance Agreements—customized to fit your home’s unique needs and designed to keep things running smoothly year-round.

Let AL’s Handyman Service be the call that resolves all your home needs—so you can spend more time enjoying your home and less time maintaining it.