Check plumbing for leaks
Catch small drips before they become expensive water damage.
System maintenance
Plumbing & water
Leaks, shutoffs, pumps, and water heating. Frequencies are a starting point; equipment instructions, use, condition, and local climate can change the right schedule.
Know the boundary
Use these guides for observation and routine homeowner care only. Stop for unsafe access, active leaks, damaged wiring, gas or burning odors, structural movement, or any condition outside your skills.
Maintenance schedule
Tasks for this system
Check the water softener and salt level
Establish a salt-checking routine and watch for leaks or unusual operation.
Inspect the water heater area
Use a visual check to catch leakage, venting concerns, or damage early.
Locate and label the main water shutoff
Make the home’s water shutoff easy to find before a leaking pipe becomes an emergency.
Review tank water-heater service
Review the tank heater’s maintenance requirements and arrange qualified service as needed.
Review tankless water-heater service
Review model-specific descaling and inspection needs for a tankless water heater.
Test the sump pump
Verify the pump works before heavy rain or snowmelt.