Inside maintenance includes repairing cabinets for function or simply changing the hardware for aesthetics. Maintenance inside involves changing a furnace filter to keep the furnace running at a consistent temperature or replacing a dryer vent for optimum energy use. Caulking is handy in many inside maintenance projects as it serves as both a sealant and glue. Caulking and tile sealing will keep water from leaking and stains from penetrating. Window repairs are generally more difficult maintenance jobs, as the safety precautions up the level of know-how needed for any given project. Baby proofing usually requires a checklists of tasks, ranging from outlet plugs and cabinet locks to gates blocking rooms and stairs.
