Home Maintenance Checklist: June Edition

Essential upkeep to keep your home safe, efficient, and ready for the season

June 05, 2025

🎯 TLDR - Do One Thing This Month:

If you don’t feel like reading the whole newsletter (no judgment - we get it), here’s the one task that’ll give you the most bang for your buck this month:

👉 Replace your furnace filter; don’t make your HVAC system work harder than you did reading this.

June Checklist:

🏡 HVAC & Energy Efficiency 

  • Replace furnace filters for better airflow and lower cooling costs.

    💡Pro Tip: Set recurring calendar reminders to check filters every 30 days, especially during heavy-use summer months. If you’re using a smart thermostat like ecobee, you can schedule maintenance alerts right in the app.

    👉 Curious how it works? Check it out here: https://www.ecobee.com/en-ca/smart-thermostats/

  • Check window seals to prevent air leaks and keep your home comfortable. Professional air sealing companies can test your home for air leaks and seal trouble spots around windows, doors, and ductwork to boost energy efficiency.

  • Reverse ceiling fans to push cool air down and improve circulation. 

🦟 Pest & Mosquito Control 

  • Empty standing water to prevent mosquitoes breeding in birdbaths, planters, and gutters.  

    💡Pro Tip: Coffee grounds sprinkled in garden beds or around standing water can help repel mosquitoes and ants; eco-friendly and effective!

  • Repair damaged mesh screens to keep bugs out while letting fresh air in.

🚨 Storm & Power Outage Readiness 

  • Stock emergency supplies such as flashlights, batteries, and backup power sources.

    💡Pro Tip: Keep your phone charged above 80% during stormy days and consider a power bank with a solar charger for extended outages.

  • Inspect your sump pump - June storms can bring heavy rain, so ensure your sump pump is ready. Slowly pour a bucket of water into the pit—if the float rises and the pump activates to drain the water, it's functioning properly.

    💡 Pro Tip: Power outages often happen during storms - exactly when you need your sump pump most. Unplug the pump briefly to make sure your battery backup takes over. If nothing happens, it’s time to replace the battery or call in a pro before you’re ankle-deep in water.

  • Trim overhanging branches to prevent storm damage to your home.

    👉 To learn more on weather hazards and emergencies, visit the Government of Canada website https://www.getprepared.gc.ca/cnt/hzd/index-en.aspx.

🏊 Pool Perfection

  • A skimmer net is your best friend; leaves and debris can clog filters fast.

    💡Pro Tip: Run your pool pump early in the morning or at night to save on energy costs during peak hydro hours.

  • Test chlorine levels weekly and adjust as needed.

    💡Pro Tip: Add baking soda to maintain your pools pH; its natural, affordable and can reduce the amount of chlorine needed to keep your pool clean.