# Home Maintenance Log: [Address or home name]

> A household record of recurring maintenance, appliances and warranties,
> completed service and trusted contractors. Based on common home-ownership
> practice. Replace every `[bracketed]` value and every row marked
> *Example*. Follow manufacturer instructions and local regulations; use a
> qualified professional for gas, electrical and structural work.

<!--
Guidance: How to use this template
- Fill the appliance register first, from labels and receipts; it pays
  off the first time something breaks under warranty.
- Adjust the seasonal schedule for your climate and home type.
- Log every service the day it happens, with cost and who did it.
-->

| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Property | [Address] |
| Owner / household | [Names] |
| Year built | [YYYY] |
| Last reviewed | YYYY-MM-DD |

## Seasonal schedule

<!-- Guidance: Recurring tasks by season or interval. Tick and date them in the service log when done. -->

| Season / interval | Task | Who | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| *Example:* Monthly | Test smoke and carbon monoxide alarms | Self | Replace batteries yearly |
| *Example:* Every 3 months | Replace HVAC air filter | Self | Size [20x25x1] |
| *Example:* Spring | Clean gutters and downspouts | Contractor | After pollen season |
| *Example:* Spring | Service air conditioning | HVAC contractor | Before first hot week |
| *Example:* Summer | Check exterior paint and caulking | Self | Note cracks |
| *Example:* Autumn | Service heating system | HVAC contractor | Before first frost |
| *Example:* Autumn | Drain outdoor taps and hoses | Self | Prevent frozen pipes |
| *Example:* Winter | Check for drafts and ice dams | Self | After heavy snow |
| *Example:* Yearly | Flush water heater | Plumber or self | Per manual |

## Appliance and systems register

<!-- Guidance: One row per appliance or system. Store receipts and manuals in the linked folder. -->

| Item | Brand / model | Serial no. | Purchase date | Warranty until | Manual / receipt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| *Example:* Refrigerator | [Brand] [Model RF-2350] | [SN] | YYYY-MM-DD | YYYY-MM-DD | [link] |
| *Example:* Water heater | [Brand] [50 gal gas] | [SN] | YYYY-MM-DD | YYYY-MM-DD | [link] |
| *Example:* Furnace / heat pump | [Brand] [Model] | [SN] | YYYY-MM-DD | YYYY-MM-DD | [link] |
| *Example:* Washing machine | [Brand] [Model] | [SN] | YYYY-MM-DD | YYYY-MM-DD | [link] |
| *Example:* Roof | [Material] | n/a | Installed YYYY-MM-DD | YYYY-MM-DD | [link] |

## Service log

<!-- Guidance: Newest entries at the top. Record what was done, cost and any follow-up. -->

| Date | Item | Work done | By | Cost | Follow-up |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| YYYY-MM-DD | *Example:* Furnace | Annual service, replaced igniter | [Company] | $185 | Next service YYYY-MM |
| YYYY-MM-DD | *Example:* Gutters | Cleaned, resealed one joint | [Company] | $140 | Check joint in spring |
| YYYY-MM-DD | [Item] | [Work] | [Who] | [$N] | [Follow-up] |

## Contractors and contacts

<!-- Guidance: People you trust, with what they did well. Add emergency numbers for utilities. -->

| Trade | Name / company | Phone | Email | Last used | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| *Example:* Plumber | [Name] | [Phone] | [Email] | YYYY-MM-DD | Fair prices, 24 h emergency |
| *Example:* Electrician | [Name] | [Phone] | [Email] | YYYY-MM-DD | Licensed, did panel upgrade |
| *Example:* HVAC | [Name] | [Phone] | [Email] | YYYY-MM-DD | Service contract until YYYY-MM |
| Gas emergency line | [Utility] | [Phone] | | | |
| Water / power outage | [Utility] | [Phone] | | | |

Shut-off locations: main water [location], gas [location], electrical panel [location].

## Standard and licence note

Based on common home-ownership and household record-keeping practice. This
is a record-keeping format, not professional or safety advice. Template
licence: MIT.