Spring is in the air and we all know what that means... It's time to change our clocks and observe Daylight Savings Time for 2010. In case you are wondering the date for the 2010 change, it is Sunday March 14, 2010.

Change the Clock on March 14, 2010 at 2AM

Aside from changing the clocks to save on energy, it has also become a widely popular day of the year to check on a few things around your home, that need to be maintained regularly. We have compiled a list of 5 things most homeowners can check during the 2010 Daylight Savings Time clock change!

5 Things to Do When you Change Your Clock

Check on operation or schedule the maintenance of these common home items at every clock change!

  1. Check your Smoke Detector and Replace the Batteries!
    If you have a smoke detector that runs on batteries, now is the time to replace them! In addition, it may be a great time to consider upgrading to a new smoke detector that runs on the power of your home!
  2. Check or Replace Carbon Monoxide Detectors
    If you have a CO detector in your home, check the functionality and like the smoke de3tector, replace the battery!
  3. Schedule your Spring Air Conditioner Tune Up!
    Call your local HVAC Contractor and schedule a spring tune-up of your air conditioner system! If you wait until its hot, or the unit breaks, you will wait longer and pay more!
  4. Change Your Whole House Humidifier Pad!
    If you have a duct humidifier like a mister 50 or a water pad model, now is the time to change the pad!
  5. Change your Refrigerator Water Filter!
    Often overlooked is the refrigerator water filter! These disposable filters get dirty like any other, and should be changed out twice a year!

Learn More about Daylight Savings Time

What Else Do YOU Check When you Change Your Clocks?

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