First-time homebuyer: what to maintain (and when)

Buying the house was the hard part. Keeping it from surprising you is the next one.

Start here

• HVAC filter: every 1–3 months (more often with pets or wildfire smoke)
• Smoke / CO detectors: test monthly; batteries at least yearly
• Gutters: clear at least twice a year (more under big trees)
• Water heater: flush sediment on the label's schedule
• Exterior walk: each season; catch small issues early

You don't need to memorize this. A homeowners app like Dwelln builds the list from your inventory and reminds you before work is overdue.

Free for one home

One dwelling stays free, enough for most first-time buyers. Share with a partner on Group ($0.99/mo per person; each member has their own plan), or add rentals later on Pro ($4.99/mo).

Download Dwelln and stop guessing what is due.