Preventive maintenance app

Know what’s due. Keep a record of what’s done.

Stay on top of home maintenance with reminders, practical checklists, and a digital service log.

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First release focuses on home maintenance. Vehicle and equipment tracking are planned.

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Sample maintenance dashboard

YOUR HOME CARE PLAN

3 next stepsThis month

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Check HVAC filterDIY check · about 10 minutes

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Inspect under sinksLook for moisture · about 5 minutes

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HVAC system serviceConsider a qualified technician

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PROPERTY FACTS LOGHVAC filter check saved✓ Completed task added to history

Maintenance reminders

Practical checklists

Digital service history

From reminder to maintenance record

Here’s what a routine filter check could look like in Vanguard.

See what’s due

Get a reminder to check your home’s HVAC filter.

Know what to do

Open the task checklist and decide whether to handle it yourself or call a pro.

Save what you did

Mark the task complete and find the date in your service history next time.

Vanguard Preventive Plus · Property Facts Log

Home Maintenance Record

HVAC filter replacedOct 12, 2026

Roof inspectionSep 04, 2026

Water heater servicedJul 18, 2026

Supporting files3 attachments

PROPERTY HISTORY

The Property Facts Log

Your home’s maintenance history in one place.

See when you last changed a filter or had the roof inspected. The Property Facts Log is designed to keep DIY work, professional service, and related records together.

Capture DIY and pro workRecord the date, task, provider when applicable, notes, photos, and receipts.
Keep key home documents closeAttach inspector reports, equipment information, and warranty details.
Planned report sharingShare a digital or printable report by invitation during a listing or property handoff.

Why I’m building VanguardAfter more than 20 years in construction and property maintenance, I wanted one place to see what was due and look up what had already been done.

Get notified when Vanguard is ready.

Get an email when Vanguard launches. You may also get an invitation to try it early.

What’s planned after launch

Vehicles and equipment

Bring service reminders and maintenance records for more of what you own into Vanguard.

How-to videos and Vanguard Job Boxes

Open task guidance with a QR code and rent the tools you need for the job.

Professional maintenance

Connect with local pros or get help with ongoing upkeep through a maintenance plan.

Planned membership options

We’re exploring a free plan and three paid subscriptions. Features, pricing, and availability will be announced as plans are finalized.

Planned · Free

Keep a record

A simple place to start documenting your home.

Record maintenance and repairs
Add notes, photos, and receipts
Build a basic home history

Planned · Basic

Get reminders

Help remembering routine home tasks.

Maintenance schedule
Calendar and task reminders
DIY task guidance

Planned · Standard

Know when to get help

More direction and a fuller home record.

Equipment profiles and warranties
Inspector reports and documents
Optional professional-service prompts

Planned · Premium

Care for more

Expanded planning for homes and other assets.

Personalized maintenance planning
Additional properties and assets
Future vehicle and equipment options

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Evidence behind the idea

Timely maintenance has practical value.

Public agencies and housing research document real benefits of upkeep. Here’s what the evidence supports—and where it stops.

Findings from government guidance, insurance data, and peer-reviewed housing research.
Evidence	What it found	What it supports—and its limits
HVAC maintenance U.S. Department of Energy ↗	DOE says following a regular heating and cooling maintenance schedule can help reduce those energy costs by 10% or more and prolong equipment life. It recommends seasonal professional checks and filter care during peak-use seasons.	Supports a real energy and equipment-care benefit. Actual savings and lifespan vary by home, system condition, climate, and use; this is not a guaranteed result for every household.
Air-filter maintenance U.S. Department of Energy ↗	DOE says routinely replacing or cleaning air filters can lower an air conditioner’s energy consumption by 5–15%.	A concrete example of a simple repeatable task. This refers to air-conditioning energy use, not a guaranteed reduction of 5–15% on the whole utility bill.
Undetected leaks EPA WaterSense ↗	A severely stuck toilet fill valve can waste 4,300 gallons a day; EPA estimates that case can cost up to $1,400 a month. EPA also says fixing easily corrected household leaks can save about 10% on water bills (EPA leak guidance ↗).	Shows how finding some leaks can avoid ongoing, measurable waste. The toilet example is an upper-end scenario—not a typical leak—and actual costs depend on local rates and leak size.
Moisture and mold U.S. EPA ↗	EPA says drying wet materials within 24–48 hours prevents mold in most cases. Mold can damage materials; porous items may need to be discarded when moldy.	Supports checking for leaks and responding quickly. EPA gives no universal repair-cost estimate because damage depends on the area, materials, and how long moisture remains.
Insurance claims Insurance Information Institute ↗	Its analysis of ISO data estimates about 1 in 60 insured homes has a water-damage or freezing claim in a year. The Institute says standard homeowners policies generally do not cover damage due to lack of maintenance (coverage overview ↗).	Neglect may leave owners paying for damage themselves. The claim rate includes losses that are not necessarily caused by neglect; coverage depends on the cause and policy terms.
Property condition and value Peer-reviewed housing study ↗	A 2008 study of 968 single-family sales in Stockholm in 2000 estimated that 40-year-old homes maintained indoors and outdoors sold about 13% higher than same-age homes needing both indoor and outdoor repairs.	Evidence that maintenance condition is associated with property value. It is one older Swedish market study; it does not establish a 10–15% U.S. premium, a faster sale, or added value from a digital log alone.

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The evidence supports maintenance as a way to manage condition, waste, and risk. It does not prove a specific resale premium from a maintenance log. Follow equipment manuals and use qualified professionals for work requiring specialized training or licensing.