A Las Vegas Home Maintenance Calendar, Season by Season
Winter: December through February
Mild days, cold nights
Valley winters are mild, but clear nights can drop below freezing, especially on the higher ground in places like the northwest valley near the Spring Mountains. Wrap exposed hose bibs and backflow preventers, and know where your main water shutoff is. Pool equipment usually has a freeze protection setting, so confirm it is turned on.
Heating and indoor projects
Most homes here heat with gas furnaces or heat pumps that sit idle most of the year. Run the heat before the first cold snap to burn off dust and confirm it works. Winter is also a good time for indoor work like flooring, painting, and electrical upgrades, since many trades have more open dates than they do in summer. Prune summer-flowering shrubs and dormant trees late in the season, and check irrigation controllers so they are not watering on a summer schedule. If you hang holiday lights on eaves or rooflines, avoid walking on or fastening through concrete tile.
Spring: March through May
Yards wake up
Spring is the best planting window in the valley before the heat arrives. Inspect drip lines for clogged emitters and broken fittings, adjust watering times as temperatures climb, and follow the seasonal watering schedule published by the Southern Nevada Water Authority. Spring is when yard and irrigation crews are busiest with new plantings and conversions from grass to desert landscaping, so book early. Spring winds can also be strong, so secure loose shade sails and patio furniture.
Pests and the AC tune-up
Warming weather brings out ants, roaches, crickets, and scorpions. A spring visit from a licensed pest control service focused on the perimeter, block walls, and door gaps can head off summer activity. Schedule air conditioning maintenance now, before the first hot week, while technicians still have openings. Replace filters and clear debris around the outdoor unit. Spring is also when birds nest in tile roof openings and under solar panels, and screening those gaps before nesting season is easier than removing nests later.
Early summer: June and the long heat
Keep the AC healthy
By June, air conditioners are running most of the day and much of the night. Change filters often, keep the outdoor unit clear, and watch for warning signs like warm air, ice on the refrigerant line, or a unit that never shuts off. Calling AC repair technicians in the Las Vegas valley at the first sign of trouble is better than waiting for a full breakdown during peak demand, when wait times stretch.
Heat and the rest of the house
Heat is hard on garage door openers, garage refrigerators, batteries, and anything rubber or plastic outdoors. Check that the attic is well ventilated and that weatherstripping on exterior doors is intact. Water deep and early in the morning to reduce evaporation, and keep an eye on drip systems, because a failed emitter in this heat can kill a plant within days.
Monsoon season: roughly July through September
Storm prep for the roof
The monsoon season brings sudden thunderstorms, strong winds, dust, and short bursts of heavy rain. Before it starts, check for cracked or slipped roof tiles, worn flashing, and clogged scuppers or gutters on flat sections. After a big storm, look at ceilings for new stains. Roofing contractors who handle storm repairs fill their schedules fast after a heavy monsoon night, so earlier inspection pays off.
Drainage, dust, and power
Make sure yard drains and side yard grading move water away from the foundation. Dust storms clog AC filters and pool filters, so check both after a blow. Brief power outages can happen during storms, and surge protectors help protect sensitive electronics and appliance controls. Garage doors that strain against wind should have their tracks and springs checked by garage door repair services.
Fall: October and November
The comfortable work window
Fall is the valley's most comfortable season and a good time for exterior projects. Exterior painting, stucco repair, and roof work all go better once daytime temperatures ease. It is also prime planting time again, and a good moment to reset irrigation controllers to shorter fall schedules. If your neighborhood has an association, submit exterior plans now so approval comes back in time.
Getting ready for winter
Have the heating system checked before the first cold night. Flush the water heater to clear mineral sediment, since valley water is hard and sediment shortens tank life. Our guide to dealing with mineral-heavy valley water covers fixtures and appliances too. Book plumbers for water heater flushing and freeze prep before the winter calls pick up.
The pool cycle through the year
Summer peak
Pools work hardest in summer, when heat, sun, and swimmers burn through chlorine quickly and evaporation concentrates minerals. Check chemistry often, run the pump long enough to keep water circulating, and clean filters after dust storms. Many owners rely on weekly pool service routes for chemistry and filter care during these months.
Winter slowdown
In winter, algae growth slows and pump run times can usually come down, though freeze protection should stay on. It is a good time for tile cleaning, acid washing, and equipment repairs, because the pool is not in use. Calcium scale on the waterline builds year after year, so addressing it during the slow months keeps it from becoming a bigger job. If you plan to replaster or resurface, the cooler months are when pool companies usually have the most room in their schedules.
Common questions
When should I schedule AC maintenance in Las Vegas?
Spring is the best time, usually before the first stretch of truly hot weather. Technicians have more openings then, and any problems found can be fixed before the system has to run all day. A second check in fall before heating season is useful too, especially for heat pumps that handle both heating and cooling.
Do pipes really freeze in Las Vegas?
They can. Most winter nights in the valley stay above freezing, but clear nights sometimes drop below it, especially in higher neighborhoods. Exposed hose bibs, backflow preventers, irrigation lines, and pool equipment are most at risk. Wrapping exposed pipes and making sure pool freeze protection is on are inexpensive steps that prevent most freeze damage.
What should I check after a monsoon storm?
Look at ceilings for new water stains, walk the yard for broken tiles or debris, and check that drains and grading moved water away from the house. Clean or replace AC filters and pool filters, since dust storms clog them quickly. Check fences, shade structures, and garage doors for wind damage, and photograph anything you may need for an insurance claim.