Every six months check your roof for warping, aging, moss, and cracking. Inspect the flashing around chimneys, skylights, and vents. Seal cracks or openings where water could penetrate. If there is significant wear, contact a roofing pro for an estimate.

Doors should be inspected twice a year. Clean and lubricate sliding glass door tracks and lubricate door hinges and locks.

The exterior of upper-story windows should be cleaned twice a year. Also, clean and lubricate window tracks.

If you don't routinely flush a quart of water from the tank four times a year, then every six months you should turn off the power source and drain it completely until it's clear of sediment to keep it running in optimal condition and extend its life.

When was the last time you inspected your bathroom caulking? If it is deteriorating you need to repair this before further damage is caused in your bathroom.

During the heating season replace your furnace filter once a month to ensure optimal efficiency.

When was the last time you checked your water heater? Keep your water heater in peak form by draining a quart of water from the tank four times a year. If you detect a leak, it usually means rusting through the bottom of the storage tank and you'll want to call a pro in.

Removing heavy snow from your roof can prevent costly water damage to your roof, walls and ceilings. But unless you can do it safely, don't jeopardize your well-being by trying to remove it yourself. Leave it to a professional.

Was one of your New Year's resolutions to get organized? Create a home office to keep your important documents and work files easily accessible and organized.

Review home appliance and other home warranties and schedule maintenance if necessary. Some warranties are only valid if a maintenance schedule is followed.

During the heating season replace your furnace filter once a month to ensure optimal efficiency.

Now that you are spending more time indoors, it's a great time of year for interior makeovers. Upgrading your home's flooring in even one room can make a dramatic difference.

These types of outlets are found in areas like the bathroom, kitchen, garage, and utility room. It is important to have these outlets tripped and reset in the winter months when the chance of fire is much higher. Remember to always use a professional electrician to avoid injury.

With less sunlight in the winter, a darkly furnished room can look bleak. Brighten it up with some bold paint color or custom faux painting.

If your roof tends to have a build-up of snow and ice, you could be risking long-term structural damage. To prevent ice dams, make sure you have a proper ventilation and insulation in your attic as this will allow the ice and snow to melt more easily.

Do your New Year's Resolutions include remodeling your kitchen, bathroom, basement, or garage? This is a busy time of year for remodelers. Get connected today to ensure a place on their calendar.

On New Year's Eve the champagne is flowing - sometimes all over the carpet. Don't let those spills set. Call a pro to remove them right away and save your carpeting.

Don't just throw away your Christmas tree. You can use it as mulch to keep your garden beds healthy.

A professional cleaner can help you get your house ready for guests. Professional cleaners will deep clean and spend the time thoroughly preparing your home, so you can perform other holiday preparations like shopping!

If your pipes are not properly insulated, they are more likely to freeze and burst during the colder months.