Taking care of your home is a lot of work, and it can be difficult to know where to start. Regular home maintenance will extend the life of your appliances, and it can help you catch minor issues ...

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Create a cleaning routine by tidying first, then sanitizing or disinfecting. Focus on high-touch surfaces like doorknobs, light switches, and appliance handles. Keep indoor humidity in a healthy range ...

Spring is an ideal time for home maintenance to prevent costly future problems. Cleaning windows, servicing HVAC systems, and decluttering are key indoor tasks. Roof inspections, gutter cleaning, and ...

You probably already have a home maintenance checklist: Replace the furnace filter each season, shut off water spigots before ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Terri Williams is a journalist covering housing trends. According to the 2026 Spring Cleaning Survey by the American Cleaning ...

Lee Wallender is a home improvement writer of nearly 20 years and specializes in home remodeling, repair and maintenance. Kristin is a lead editor at Forbes Home and has nearly a decade of ...