This schedule provides a general guideline for maintenance/inspection frequencies for equipment often found in church facilities and is for informational purposes only. Please follow recommended manufacturer’s recommendations for the maintenance and upkeep of your church’s property.
| MAINTENANCE / INSPECTION |
FREQUENCY |
| Review building codes and safety regulations |
Annually |
| Fire code inspection |
Annually |
| Fire alarm system |
NFPA 72 recommended testing intervals or AHJ (Authorities Having Jurisdiction) recommendations |
| Fire extinguishers |
- Inspect monthly
- Maintain annually
|
| Kitchen ranges, ovens and vent hoods |
Semi-annually (NFPA 17A recommendations) |
| HVAC system inspection and change filters |
Quarterly |
| Boiler |
Annually or bi-annually, depending on the type of system |
| Water heaters – inspect, drain and de-scale |
Annually |
| Inspect pipes |
Annually, before winter months |
| Protect exposed pipes with insulation sleeves or wrapping |
Before winter months |
| Storm drains |
Semi-annually |
| Lawn sprinklers |
Weekly |
| Inspect roof, flashings, caulking and sealants for leaks or cracks |
Semi-annually |
| Exterior condition of building |
Quarterly |
| Rain gutters |
Quarterly |
| Inspect wiring |
• Every 2 years for new installations
• Annually for installations more than 5 years old |
|
Monitor property for general repairs:
- Windows and doors – weather stripping, thresholds, hinges, door closers and locks
- Balcony and stairwells – loose fastenings
- Sidewalks and parking lot – cracks and potholes
|
Weekly |
| Sound and projection systems review and maintenance |
Monthly
|
| Office computers |
System recommendations |
| Instrument tuning and repair |
Semi-annually or contract recommendations |
Keep up-to-date records
EQUIPMENT LOG:
- Date of purchase
- Manufacturer
- Serial number
SERVICE LOG:
- Who serviced it
- Date of service
- Advice given
- What repair/ maintenance was done