Being skilled in the art of home maintenance is part of the modern code of manliness. However, it isn’t easy for every man, particularly for one who has to work five days a week, to keep track of all the needs of his home. Fortunately, there are multiple sources online that provide advice and checklists that makes home maintenance simpler and more manageable.

Proper timing is essential in home maintenance. There are tasks that should be performed monthly, such as changing HVAC filters, cleaning sink disposals, and inspecting fire extinguishers; quarterly – testing smoke/carbon dioxide detectors, running water and flushing toilets in unused spaces, and checking water softeners; biannually – deep-cleaning the house, testing water heater’s pressure relief valve, and vacuuming refrigerator coils; and annually per season, such as cleaning out the gutters during spring, dealing with insect problems during summer, winterizing AC during fall, and checking for ice dams and icicles during winter.