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Vacuum the bathroom fan grille

Every year, in January.

What to do

Pull the cover off and vacuum the dust out of the grille and the fan housing behind it.

Why it matters

A dust-loaded bathroom fan moves a fraction of the air it is rated for, which leaves the moisture from showers in the house.

Where this comes from

CMHC CE 47 lists it in winter and again in summer.

Catch it while it’s still maintenance.

Domisura keeps this schedule for your house — dated to when things went in, and reminding you when each task comes round. The record stays with the address when you sell.

Start a record for your home

General guidance, not professional advice. For gas, electricity, structure or water, get a qualified trade.