Bill Keith, president of SunRise Solar Inc., manufacturer of solar-powered attic fans, St. John, Indiana, and a founding member of the Indiana Renewable Energy Association. SunRiseSolar.com
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Cars aren’t the only possessions that need regular maintenance. Bill Keith shares maintenance tips to keep your home in tip-top shape.
Test the automatic garage door monthly to be sure that it reverses when it hits something.
Vacuum the clothes dryer’s exhaust duct at least yearly — replace it if it’s cracked or worn.
Replace furnace filters every three months, or as recommended by the furnace manufacturer.
Test outlets with ground-fault circuit interrupters (GFCIs) monthly by pressing the test button and using a voltage tester to be sure the power goes off.
Remove leaves and debris from the central air-conditioning unit and rain gutters seasonally.
Have the fireplace cleaned and inspected annually.
Test smoke and carbon monoxide detectors twice a year. Replace batteries annually.
