It's Spring in Silicon Valley!

...at least our version of spring, with temperatures in the 80's over the weekend and the 60's today. But the trees are green, and new flowers appear every day. My winter woolens are headed for the dry cleaners.
Here's checklist of household chores for spring:

Inside:
Check furnace air filters each month during the heating season. Clean or replace as necessary.
Inspect fireplace, wood stove and chimneys. Have each clean and serviced as needed.
When heating season is complete, shut down and clean furnace humidifier. Close the furnace humidifier damper on units with central air conditioning.
Check air conditioning system and clean or replace air filters. Have system serviced as need (recommend every 2 to 3 years).
Check and clean dehumidifier as necessary.
Where possible, turn off furnace and fireplace pilot lights.

Outside:
Examine foundation walls for cracks, leaks or signs of moisture. Repair as required.
Check paint on outside walls and fence. Repair and paint as necessary.
Check level of any exterior steps or decks which may have moved due to settling. Check and clean out gutters and downspouts. Repair loose joints and ensure secure attachment to your home. Clear any obstructions and make sure water flows away from your foundation.
Remove any debris from drainage ditches and culverts.
Prune and fertilize landscaping as necessary...and plant spring flowers.
See you at the nursery!