Home Maintenance Tips for Daylight Savings Time Weekend

Sunday, March 12 marks Daylight Savings Time. Yes, this is "that" day where we lose an hour of sleep, but it is also a great calendar reminder to check, clean or replace many of the filters in your house. Filters not only help your home run efficiently but they also clean the air, water and other systems of particles, dust, dirt, grease and grime. Most filters should be checked, cleaned and changed every 6 months. You may be surprised at how many filters are actually in your home. If you find you do not have enough time to complete the tasks below, check out our concierge service offerings and Broad Meadow Farms Home Concierge will gladly complete them on your behalf.

Our list of FILTERS to check, clean or replace during DAYLIGHT SAVINGS TIME weekend as follows:

1. HVAC air handlers
2. Dryer
3. Refrigerator (water and air)
4. Trash Compactor air filter
5. Dehumidifier filter
6. Humidifier filter
7. Heat Recovery Ventilator
8. Window screens (yes, these are filters)
9. Air Conditioner grates
10. Kitchen Stove/Range hood screens
11. Water filters (i.e. Culligan systems)
12. Dishwasher filter
13. Shower & faucet heads (yes, these also have filters)
14. Vacuum filters
15. Floor, ceiling and bathroom air vents