How often should you actually do the things that keep life running? This is a reference guide — not personalized advice. Intervals are general guidelines; your situation may vary.
- Brush teeth2x daily
- FlossDaily
- Self breast/testicular examMonthly
- Check moles for changesMonthly
- Dental cleaningEvery 6 months
- Blood pressure checkEvery 6–12 months
- Blood work/labsAnnually
- Physical/wellness checkupAnnually
- Flu shotAnnually
- Skin cancer screening (dermatologist)Annually
- STI/HIV screeningAnnually (if sexually active)
- Eye examEvery 1–2 years
- Dental X-raysEvery 1–2 years
- Mammogram (40+)Every 1–2 years
- Bone density scan (65+)Every 2 years
- Pap smearEvery 3 years
- Hearing testEvery 3–5 years
- Cholesterol checkEvery 4–6 years
- Colonoscopy (45+)Every 10 years
- Tetanus boosterEvery 10 years
- Colorectal cancer screeningEvery 10 years
- Prostate exam (men 50+)Annually
- Shingles vaccine (50+)Once at age 50+
- Clean dryer lint trapAfter every load
- Clean washing machine drumMonthly
- Test smoke/CO detectorsMonthly
- Clean garbage disposalMonthly
- Wash shower curtain/linerMonthly
- Replace HVAC filterEvery 1–3 months
- Deep clean ovenEvery 3–6 months
- Clean refrigerator coilsEvery 6 months
- Clean guttersTwice a year
- Replace smoke detector batteriesAnnually
- Chimney inspection/cleaningAnnually
- Check fire extinguisherAnnually
- Flush water heaterAnnually
- Check/replace weatherstrippingEvery 2–3 years
- Inspect roofEvery 2–3 years
- Caulk windows, tub & showerEvery 5 years
- Paint exteriorEvery 5–10 years
- Replace mattressEvery 7–10 years
- Replace smoke detectorsEvery 10 years
- Replace water heaterEvery 8–12 years
- Replace major appliancesEvery 10–15 years
- Replace HVAC systemEvery 15–20 years
- Replace roofEvery 20–30 years
- Wash carEvery 2 weeks
- Check tire pressureMonthly
- Check fluid levelsMonthly
- Oil changeEvery 5,000–7,500 miles
- Rotate tiresEvery 5,000–7,500 miles
- Alignment checkEvery 6,000 miles or annually
- Detail (interior + exterior)Twice a year
- Replace wiper bladesEvery 6–12 months
- Replace cabin air filterEvery 15,000–25,000 miles
- Replace engine air filterEvery 20,000–30,000 miles
- Flush brake fluidEvery 2–3 years
- Replace brake padsEvery 25,000–65,000 miles
- Flush coolantEvery 30,000 miles / 2–5 years
- Inspect shocks/strutsEvery 50,000 miles
- New tiresEvery 25,000–50,000 miles
- Replace batteryEvery 3–5 years
- Replace transmission fluidEvery 30,000–60,000 miles
- Replace spark plugsEvery 30,000–100,000 miles
- Replace serpentine beltEvery 50,000–100,000 miles
- Replace timing beltEvery 60,000–100,000 miles
- Check bank account balanceWeekly
- Pay credit card billMonthly
- Review subscriptionsMonthly
- Review/update budgetMonthly
- Review investment accountsQuarterly
- Check credit scoreEvery 3–4 months
- File taxesAnnually
- Pull free credit reportAnnually
- Review insurance coverageAnnually
- Review emergency fund adequacyAnnually
- Calculate net worthAnnually
- Review social security statementAnnually
- Rebalance investment portfolioAnnually
- Negotiate service rates (internet, phone)Every 1–2 years
- Shred/purge sensitive documentsEvery 1–3 years
- Check for unclaimed propertyEvery few years
- Update beneficiariesEvery 3–5 years
- Update estate plan/willEvery 3–5 years
- Review life insurance needsEvery 5 years
- Long-term care planning reviewEvery 5 years
- Review financial power of attorneyEvery 5–10 years
- Apply SPF sunscreenDaily
- Exfoliate skin2–3x per week
- Clean makeup brushesWeekly
- Wash pillowcaseWeekly
- Replace razor bladesEvery 1–2 weeks
- Wash bedsheetsEvery 1–2 weeks
- Clip fingernailsEvery 1–2 weeks
- Clip toenailsEvery 2–4 weeks
- Replace loofa/shower puffEvery 3–4 weeks
- Deep condition hairMonthly
- HaircutEvery 4–8 weeks
- Replace contact lens caseEvery 3 months
- Replace mascaraEvery 3 months
- Replace toothbrushEvery 3–4 months
- Replace running shoesEvery ~6 months (300–500 miles)
- Wash winter coats/comfortersEvery 6 months
- Donate unused clothingAnnually
- Update eyeglass/contact prescriptionEvery 1–2 years
- Replace sunscreen (check expiration)Every 1–2 years
- Replace pillowEvery 1–2 years
- Replace mattressEvery 7–10 years
- Clean water bowlDaily
- Scoop litter boxDaily
- Brush coat (long-haired breeds)Several times a week
- Brush teethSeveral times a week
- Dental chews/cleaning treatsSeveral times a week
- Wash food & water bowlsWeekly
- Wash pet beddingWeekly
- Trim nailsEvery 3–4 weeks
- Flea & tick prevention (topical/collar)Monthly
- Heartworm preventionMonthly
- Replace litter box linerMonthly
- Deep clean litter boxMonthly
- Bathe (dog)Every 4–6 weeks
- Professional groomingEvery 6–8 weeks
- Replace worn toysEvery few months
- Annual wellness vet visitAnnually
- Heartworm testAnnually
- Fecal/parasite examAnnually
- Rabies vaccine boosterEvery 1–3 years
- Core vaccines (distemper, etc.)Every 1–3 years
- Back up phoneWeekly
- Back up computerWeekly
- Run software/OS updatesWeekly
- Clear browser cache & cookiesMonthly
- Clean keyboard, screen & peripheralsMonthly
- Review app permissionsEvery few months
- Rotate important passwordsEvery 3–6 months
- Review social media privacy settingsEvery 6 months
- Check for data breaches (HaveIBeenPwned)Every 6 months
- Unsubscribe from unused email listsEvery 6 months
- Audit cloud storage (delete old files)Every 6 months
- Replace phone screen protectorEvery 6–12 months
- Review & cancel unused subscriptions/appsAnnually
- Replace phone caseEvery 1–2 years
- Replace laptop charger/cablesEvery 1–3 years
- Replace AirPods/earbudsEvery 2–3 years
- Replace phoneEvery 3–5 years
- Replace laptopEvery 4–6 years
- Replace routerEvery 3–5 years
- Replace smart TVEvery 7–10 years