FALL MAINTENANCE CHECKLIST FOR CHURCH & PAROCHIAL SCHOOL FACILITIES

1. PAVING
   • Repair broken or spalled concrete walks and steps.
   • Grind concrete walk joints that are raised and cause tripping hazards.
   • Repair potholes in asphalt or concrete.
   • Inspect parking lot lighting.
2. LANDSCAPING
   • Trim tree limbs and shrubs to prevent from rubbing against the building, and dropping leaves/branches onto roofs.
   • Remove ivy climbing on masonry walls.
   • Remove debris from outdoor drainage grates.
   • Keep landscaped areas pitched away from building foundations.
   • Confirm outdoor lighting is operable and replace burned out lamps.
   • Inspect fencing and gates for rot, rust, and deterioration.
3. ROOF INSPECTION
   • Remove leaves and debris from gutters and downspouts.
   • Verify ice melt cabling is working properly to prevent ice dams.
   • Clean debris from drains on flat roofs.
   • Inspect for loose or damaged shingle areas.
   • Inspect pitched and flat roofs for loose flashing and wall coping caps.
   • Inspect flashing around chimneys to determine if they are loose or have failing sealant joints.
4. EXTERIOR WALLS
   • Inspect caulking and flashing at doors, windows, and wall joints (weep joints should not be covered with caulk).
   • Inspect windows for cracked glass.
   • Inspect window weatherstripping.
   • Verify motion sensors and timers for lights are working properly.
   • Inspect outdoor electrical outlets to confirm they are working and covers are securely in place.
   • Inspect window well covers.
   • Review masonry walls for cracked or open joints that need tuckpointing.
5. EXTERIOR DOORS
   • Adjust doors to allow for proper clearance.
   • Lubricate all hardware.
   • Replace worn weatherstripping.
6. STAINED GLASS
   • Inspect for excessive bowing.
   • Replace or repair cracked glass.
   • Check for rusting supports.
   • Repair deteriorated lead joints.
   • Remove peeling paint from frames and repaint.
7. HEATING EQUIPMENT
   • Replace filters.
   • Lubricate motors.
   • Check belts.
   • Boiler/furnace inspection to confirm they operate and vent properly.
8. PLUMBING
   • Shut off water hose connection at interior, open hose connection and drain.
   • Install outdoor faucet covers.
   • Confirm sump pumps are working and that there is a battery backup in place.
   • Verify lawn sprinkler systems are directing the spray away from buildings to avoid excessive water on the walls and foundation.
9. FIRE & SMOKE ALARM SYSTEMS
   • Verify detectors are working properly.
   • Check fire extinguisher tags for inspection dates and replace out of date equipment.