Seasonal Home Maintenance Guide for Georgia Homeowners

A four-season checklist that keeps your paint, trim, and exterior surfaces in good shape year-round.

Paint fails where water gets in. This seasonal checklist catches problems while they're still cheap to fix.

Spring

• Wash pollen off siding, walkways, and decks.
• Inspect caulk around windows, doors, and trim joints.
• Check fascia and sills with a screwdriver for soft spots.
• Clear gutters and confirm downspouts discharge away from the foundation.

Summer

• Watch for mildew on shaded north walls; wash promptly.
• Trim vegetation back at least 12 inches from siding.
• Touch up chips on doors and shutters before UV widens them.

Fall

• Best window for exterior repaints and deck refinishing.
• Re-clear gutters after leaf drop.
• Reseal decks and porches before winter moisture.

Winter

• Ideal time for interior painting, cabinet refinishing, and trim work.
• Run bath fans and address condensation on windows.
• Check crawlspace and basement for moisture that could reach painted surfaces.

Every 2–3 years

1. Full exterior wash and caulk inspection.
2. Repaint high-wear trim and doors.
3. Reseal decks and railings.

Staying ahead of this list is the single cheapest way to stretch an exterior repaint from seven years to eleven.