Seal any cracks or leaks in basement walls
Inspect for insects and rodents. Treat.
Check door and window locks. Repair and lubricate.
Cabinets-
loose drawer pulls,
sagging hinges on cabinets and doors, and
check legs
check caulking below windows
replace loose or damaged floor tiles
broken light fixtures
broken electrical outlets and switches
check for broken window panes
check window glazing
check all electrical cords
Wax washer/dryer
Clean walls/paint as needed
Clean light diffusion bowls
Clean blinds, drapes or curtains
Dump and cull storage spaces
Four times a year
Check locks on doors and windows. Repair damage locks.
Repair any doors or windows that are not closing properly.
Clean under decks and porches
Car Twice Yearly
(check owner's manual and with mechanic for recommended maintenance for your vehicle. Do maintenance essential for warranty.)
Relace points and condenser.
Replace spark plugs.
Check spark plug wires.
Check and adjust ignition timing.
Drain and replace coolant.
Clean crank case breather.
Check PVC valve.
Lubricate u-joint.
Check condition of brake pads and shoes.
Check transmission fluid level and condition of fluid.
Lubricate clutch shift and or pedal linkage.
Rotate tires and check thread depth.
Lubricate linkage and pivots on windshield wipers.
Check brake line for any leaks.
Order special meats for Easter meal
Make reservations if planning to eat out
Make or purchase cards
Check family clothing and shoes for attire to be worn on Easter
Evaluate use of bedroom. Follow same plan as living room.
•Don't rush out and start buying more furniture and organizers right now. Wait a week or two so you can make a list of what you and your family are using the room for
e.g. watching Tv, homework, mending, bill paying, sleeping, etc. Also make a list of problems e.g. lost shoes, no room for jeans, etc.
• Look through your list and decide what activities need moved elsewhere and what activities you need to make storage space for. Develop a plan to address the problems you noted.
•Make a list of what items you need handy to do the various activities the room is used for.
•And finally, how you are going to store them. See Creating Beautiful Storage Space
- Where None Exists! for ideas.
•Add to your list items that need replaced e.g. sheets, lamp shades, pillows, etc.
•Make a budget for these items.
*Keep working on getting this small space functional for you or your family.
