A Guide to Home Maintenance

A Guide to Home Maintenance

Homeownership doesn’t come with a manual. But wouldn’t it be a lot easier if it did? At Eastbrook Homes, we strive to make every aspect of owning a home simpler for you. From our interactive guides for the early stages to our convenient app, which helps guide you through each step, to our Home Creation Studio and more, we’ve thought of everything.

Now, we’ve created this home maintenance manual, where you’ll find a handy library of how-to videos for everything from changing your HVAC air filters to sealing your deck. We know building your dream home is an investment and we want to help you care for that investment and not only make it last, but let it shine.

So dive in, and scroll through. And if you have a question about any of these videos, or a suggestion of a home maintenance how-to you’d like to see, we’d love to hear from you! Feel free to send us a note.

Happy home-owning!

Caring for Your Home After Closing

Changing your Furnace Filter

Changing your furnace filter is vital to the longevity of your HVAC system and keeps your indoor air clean and healthy.

Draining your Water Heater

Draining your water heater annually helps prevent sediment buildup, improves efficiency, and extends the life of the unit.

Controlling the Humidity in Your House

Managing your home’s humidity levels keeps your space comfortable, protects finishes, and supports healthy indoor air quality.

Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Detectors

Testing and maintaining your smoke and carbon monoxide detectors ensures your safety and provides early warning in emergencies.

The Eastbrook Warranty Process

Learn how the Eastbrook Homes warranty process protects your investment and provides peace of mind after move-in.

Checking your Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI)

Regularly testing your GFCI outlets helps prevent electrical hazards and keeps your home’s safety systems functioning properly.

Energy Efficiency

Simple home maintenance habits and upgrades can boost energy efficiency, lower utility costs, and create a more sustainable home.

Caring for your Countertops

Proper countertop care preserves their beauty, prevents damage, and ensures they last for years to come.

Extended Absence

Preparing your home before an extended absence helps protect against unforeseen damage and conserve energy, so you can enjoy peace of mind while you’re away.

Sealing your Deck

Sealing your deck shields it from moisture, sun damage, and wear, keeping it strong and looking gorgeous season after season.

Sealing your Driveway

Applying a driveway sealant protects against cracks, weather damage, and everyday wear, extending its lifespan and enhancing your home’s curb appeal.

Fall/Winter Home Maintenance Checklist

Your Fall Checklist

Tackle this general fall checklist to prepare your home for cold weather, improve energy efficiency, and avoid costly repairs.

De-Icing your Driveway

Learn safe, effective ways to de-ice your driveway that protect your surfaces and keep your family safe in winter.

Prepping your AC unit for the Winter

Winterizing your AC unit prevents damage, improves efficiency, and ensures it’s ready to run smoothly next summer.

Spring/Summer Home Maintenance Checklist

Cleaning your AC unit

Cleaning your AC unit in spring improves air quality, boosts efficiency, and helps your system perform all summer long.

Prepping your AC unit for the Summer

Get your AC unit summer-ready with quick maintenance steps that keep your home cool, efficient, and comfortable.

Published on 10/14/2025

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