Harrisburg Plumbing Maintenance Calendar

January

Deep cold

0 of 3 done

Open sink cabinets on outside walls during cold snaps.
Check basement pipes for frost.
Know where the main shut-off is.

February

Late winter

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Watch for leaks after freezes thaw.
Test the sump pump.
Check the water heater for rust.

March

Thaw

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Clear the sump pit.
Check basement walls for seepage.
Clean gutters before spring rain.

April

Spring rain

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Extend downspouts.
Turn outdoor faucets back on and check for leaks.
Flush the water heater.

May

Spring

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Check toilets for silent leaks.
Clean faucet aerators.
Inspect the sewer cleanout.

June

Summer storms

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Make sure the sump discharge is clear.
Check the battery backup.
Clean kitchen drains.

July

Humid summer

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Watch for condensation on basement pipes.
Check under sinks.
Read the meter with everything off.

August

Late summer

0 of 3 done

Camera-check slow laterals.
Descale showerheads.
Book fall plumbing work.

September

Early fall

0 of 3 done

Test the main shut-off.
Clean gutters.
Check the water heater's age.

October

Fall

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Shut off and drain outdoor faucets.
Disconnect garden hoses.
Insulate exposed pipes.

November

Cold arrives

0 of 3 done

Seal basement drafts near pipes.
Check the sump discharge line.
Plan for holiday guests.

December

Winter

0 of 3 done

Keep the heat steady.
Drip vulnerable faucets on the coldest nights.
Know who to call.

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