Miami's Specific Maintenance Context
Miami sits at the confluence of a tropical climate with extreme heat and humidity, a coastal environment with salt air corrosion, a hurricane season running half the year, and a housing stock ranging from 1950s CBS construction to new high-rise condos.
Salt Air and Coastal Corrosion
Properties within a mile of the coast deal with salt air that accelerates corrosion on metal fixtures, hardware, and fasteners. Exterior hardware should be stainless steel or coated for marine environments. Inspect annually.
Seasonal Maintenance Calendar
January–March (dry season) — Inspect and repair exterior caulking. Address hurricane season damage. Best weather window for exterior paint work.
April–May (pre-hurricane) — Pressure wash exterior. Inspect roof. Check weatherstripping. Service HVAC. Clear gutters.
June–November (hurricane season) — Monitor and maintain. Address storm damage promptly.
December — Year-end inspection. Document property condition. Schedule deferred maintenance for dry season.