Prompt Library
AI can be surprisingly useful around the house, but the quality of the answer often depends on the quality of the question. A well-written prompt gives AI the details it needs to provide a more useful, relevant response.
This library brings together practical prompts for home maintenance, projects, storm preparation, insurance, landscaping, home security and everyday household decisions. Copy a prompt, replace the bracketed information with details about your home, and use the response as a starting point.
We’ll continue adding new prompts as technology changes and new homeowner uses emerge, so bookmark this page and check back for updates.
How to Use These Prompts
You don’t need to use these prompts word for word. Think of them as starting points. Replace anything in brackets with details about your home, your project, your budget or your location, then add any other information that may help AI understand what you need.
The more specific you are, the more useful the response is likely to be. If the first answer is too broad, keep the conversation going. Ask AI to narrow the choices, explain something more simply, compare options, create a checklist or tell you what information it still needs from you.
For decisions involving safety, repairs, insurance, legal matters or significant expenses, use AI to help you ask better questions and organize information—not as a substitute for a qualified professional or reliable source.
CATEGORIES
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Home Maintenance & Repairs
AI can help you stay ahead of routine maintenance, think through repair priorities and prepare better questions before calling a professional. The more information you provide about your home, the more useful the response is likely to be.
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Build a Seasonal Home Maintenance Plan
Use this when you want a maintenance schedule tailored to your home and its major systems.
Create a seasonal home maintenance schedule for my [type and age of home] in [city/state]. My home has [important features such as a heat pump, fireplace, basement, crawl space, septic system, well, mature trees, etc.]. Organize the schedule by season and identify which tasks I can reasonably do myself and which should generally be handled by a professional.
Make it better: Add the approximate age of your roof, HVAC system, water heater and other major systems.
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Figure Out What Might Be Causing a Home Problem
Use this when you notice something unusual and want help thinking through possible causes before calling a professional.
I’ve noticed [describe the problem] in my home. It started [when], happens [how often], and I’ve also noticed [any related signs, sounds, smells, moisture, temperature changes or other details]. Give me a list of possible causes, starting with the simplest or most common. Tell me what I can safely check myself and what signs would mean I should stop troubleshooting and call a qualified professional.
Make it better: Include photos when the AI tool you are using can analyze images.
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Decide Which Repairs to Tackle First
Use this when several repairs or maintenance projects are competing for your time or budget.
I need to address the following repairs or maintenance projects in my home: [list them]. My approximate budget is [$ amount]. Help me prioritize them based on safety, preventing further damage, urgency, comfort, energy efficiency and long-term cost. Explain the reasoning behind the order and identify anything that should not be delayed.
Try next: Ask AI to turn the priorities into a six- or 12-month schedule.
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Prepare Questions for a Repair Professional
Use this before meeting with a contractor, electrician, plumber, HVAC technician or other home professional.
I am meeting with a [type of professional] about [repair or problem]. Help me create a list of questions to ask about the likely cause, recommended repair, other possible solutions, materials, warranties, permits, timeline and cost. Also tell me what information I should have ready before the appointment.
Try next: After the visit, give AI your notes or estimate and ask it to identify anything you may want clarified before approving the work.
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Compare Repairing vs. Replacing
Use this when you are trying to decide whether it makes more sense to repair an aging home system or replace it.
Help me compare repairing versus replacing my [appliance, roof, HVAC system, water heater or other home component]. It is approximately [age] years old. The proposed repair will cost about [$ amount], and a replacement is estimated at [$ amount]. Consider typical remaining useful life, future repair risk, energy efficiency, warranty coverage and any other factors I should weigh. Tell me what additional information would help make the comparison more useful.
Make it better: Include the model, condition, repair history and any estimates you have already received.
Related Guide: Home Maintenance Made Smarter with AI → |
Home Projects & Improvements
AI can help you organize ideas, think through costs and compare options before you start a home improvement project. It can also help you prepare for conversations with contractors, designers and other professionals so you know what questions to ask.
Plan a Home Improvement Project
Use this when you have a project in mind but need help figuring out where to begin.
Help me create a step-by-step plan for [describe project] in my [type and age of home]. My main goals are [goals], my approximate budget is [$ amount], and I would like the project completed by [timeframe]. Include the major decisions I will need to make, the order in which they should happen, which professionals I may need, possible permits or approvals to investigate, and anything I should decide before requesting estimates.
Make it better: Include photos, measurements and details about existing materials or conditions when possible.
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Build a Realistic Project Budget
Use this when you want to think beyond the initial construction or installation cost.
Help me build a realistic budget for [home improvement project] in [city/state]. My target budget is [$ amount]. Break the project into major cost categories and include expenses homeowners sometimes overlook, such as demolition, permits, design fees, delivery, disposal, repairs discovered during the project, finishing work and a reasonable contingency. Do not invent local prices if you cannot verify them; instead, tell me which costs I should research locally.
Try next: Ask AI to show you where reducing the scope could lower costs without undermining the main goal of the project.
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Compare Different Ways to Complete a Project
Use this when there is more than one possible approach and you want help understanding the tradeoffs.
I am considering these options for [project]: [option 1], [option 2] and [option 3]. Compare them based on approximate cost, expected lifespan, maintenance, durability, appearance, energy efficiency, disruption during installation and any other important differences. Identify the questions I should answer before deciding which option fits my home best.
Make it better: Add your priorities, such as lowest maintenance, longest lifespan, resale value, historic appearance or staying within a particular budget.
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Turn Your Ideas Into a Project Brief
Use this before talking with a contractor, designer or other professional.
Help me turn the following ideas into a clear project brief I can share with a professional: [describe what you want, what you dislike about the existing space, your priorities, budget, timeline and any must-haves]. Organize the brief into goals, scope of work, priorities, preferences, constraints and questions that still need to be answered.
Try next: Ask AI to shorten the brief to one page that you can send before your first meeting.
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Compare Contractor Estimates
Use this when you have two or more estimates and want help spotting differences.
Compare these estimates for [project]. Create a side-by-side summary of the scope of work, materials, allowances, exclusions, warranties, payment schedules, timelines and other important differences. Point out anything that is unclear or missing, and give me questions to ask each contractor. Do not recommend a contractor based only on price.
Make it better: Remove personal information before uploading estimates, and include the project requirements you originally gave each contractor so AI can identify whether something was omitted.
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Think Through a DIY Project Before You Begin
Use this when you are deciding whether a project is reasonable to do yourself.
I am considering doing [project] myself. My experience level is [beginner/intermediate/experienced], and I have access to [tools or equipment]. Help me understand the major steps, skills, tools and time involved. Identify any parts that could involve electrical, plumbing, structural, roofing, gas, hazardous materials or other work that may require a licensed professional, permit or additional safety precautions.
Try next: Ask AI to separate the project into tasks you might reasonably handle yourself and tasks to discuss with a professional.
Related Guide: How AI Can Help You Choose the Right Contractor → |
Storm & Emergency Preparedness
AI can help you prepare for severe weather before it arrives, organize supplies and think through what your household may need if power, water or other services are interrupted. Use it to build a plan, then verify important safety information with trusted local and emergency-management sources.
Build a Severe Weather Preparation Checklist
Use this when you know severe weather may be approaching and want a checklist tailored to your home and household.
Create a severe weather preparation checklist for my home in [city/state] for [type of storm or weather event]. My household includes [number of adults, children, pets, older adults or anyone with special needs]. My home has [important features such as a basement, well, septic system, generator, large trees, sump pump, etc.]. Organize the checklist by what I should do several days before, the day before and immediately before the storm.
Make it better: Include any previous storm problems your home has experienced, such as basement water, fallen limbs or extended power outages.
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Create a Personalized Emergency Supply List
Use this when you want to make sure your emergency supplies fit your household rather than relying on a generic checklist.
Help me create an emergency supply list for [number of people] people and [number/type of pets] for at least [number] days without normal utilities. Include food, water, medications, lighting, communications, sanitation, pet supplies and other essentials. Separate the list into items I probably already own and items I may need to buy.
Try next: Ask AI to turn the list into a printable shopping checklist organized by store department.
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Plan for a Power Outage
Use this when you want to prepare for an outage that could last more than a few hours.
Create a power outage plan for my household. My home uses [electric/gas/other] for heating and cooking, and we have [well or municipal water]. We have [generator/no generator], and our household includes [relevant needs]. Explain how to prepare food, lighting, phones, refrigeration, heating or cooling, water and medications. Identify anything that requires special safety precautions and tell me which guidance I should confirm with official sources.
Make it better: Add the season and the longest outage you have experienced in the past.
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Prepare for Losing Water Service
Use this when your home depends on a well pump or you are concerned about an interruption in municipal water service.
Help me prepare for losing running water for [number] days. My household has [number] people and [number/type of pets]. We use [municipal water/a private well]. Create a plan for drinking water, cooking, hygiene, toilet use, cleaning and pet needs. Include how much water we should store and identify any recommendations I should verify with public health or emergency-management sources.
Try next: Ask AI to create a short “water outage” checklist you can keep with your emergency supplies.
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Build a Family Communication Plan
Use this when you want everyone in the household to know what to do if you become separated during an emergency.
Help me create a simple emergency communication plan for my household. We live in [city/state], and the people in our household are [brief description]. Include where we should meet if we cannot return home, who should serve as an out-of-area contact, what information everyone should keep on their phones and what to do if cell service is unavailable.
Make it better: Add schools, workplaces or other places household members regularly spend time.
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Inspect Your Home After a Storm
Use this when severe weather has passed and you want to organize a careful first look at your property.
Create a post-storm inspection checklist for my home after [type of storm]. Organize it by exterior, roof and gutters, trees, windows and doors, interior, basement or crawl space, electrical systems and utilities. Identify warning signs that mean I should stay away from an area or call a qualified professional rather than trying to inspect or repair it myself.
Try next: Ask AI to turn your notes and photos into an organized list of damage to document for repair estimates or an insurance claim.
Related Guide: Preparing for Severe Weather with AI → |
Home Inventory
A home inventory can make it easier to keep track of what you own, document major purchases and organize information you may need after a loss. AI can help turn photos and receipts into usable records, identify missing details and make the inventory easier to update over time. A completed inventory can also be helpful when working with your insurance provider.
Start a Home Inventory From Photos
Use this when you want to turn room photos into the beginning of a home inventory.
Review this photo and create a list of the visible household items. Organize them by category and include a short description of each item. If you cannot identify a brand, model or exact item with confidence, leave that information blank rather than guessing. Also, tell me which items may need closer photographs or additional details for a more complete inventory.
Make it better: Photograph each room from several angles and take separate close-up photos of high-value items, labels, model numbers and serial numbers.
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Build a Home Inventory Room by Room
Use this when you want to create a more complete inventory without trying to do the entire house at once.
Help me create a home inventory for my [room]. Give me a checklist of the types of belongings I should document, including items people commonly overlook. Organize the list into categories and include spaces for description, brand, model or serial number, approximate purchase date, purchase price and supporting photos or receipts.
Try next: Repeat the prompt for each room and ask AI to combine the completed lists into one master inventory.
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Organize Receipts and Purchase Records
Use this when you have receipts, order confirmations or other records that need to be matched with your inventory.
Help me organize the information from these receipts or purchase records into a home inventory. For each item, capture the item name, brand, model, purchase date, purchase price and any other useful identifying information. Flag anything that is unclear or missing rather than filling in details that are not shown.
Make it better: Remove account numbers, payment information and other personal details before uploading documents.
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Find Gaps in Your Home Inventory
Use this when you already have an inventory and want to see where more documentation may be helpful.
Review this home inventory and identify items or categories that may need more information, such as photographs, serial numbers, model numbers, receipts, appraisals or purchase dates. Do not estimate values. Create a checklist of the missing information so I can update the inventory.
Try next: Ask AI to organize the checklist by room so you can update your inventory a little at a time.
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Keep Your Inventory Up to Date
Use this when you want a simple system for adding new purchases and removing items you no longer own.
Help me create a simple routine for keeping my home inventory current. I want a system that makes it easy to add major purchases, remove items I sell or discard, save receipts and photographs, and review the inventory periodically. Keep the process simple enough that I am likely to maintain it.
Make it better: Tell AI where you currently store your inventory and records so it can suggest a routine that works with your existing system.
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Create an Insurance-Ready Inventory Summary
Use this when you want to organize your inventory into a format that is easy to share if your insurance provider requests it.
Help me organize this home inventory into a clear summary that I could provide to my insurance company if needed. Group items logically and include descriptions, purchase information, model or serial numbers, photographs and supporting records where available. Identify any missing information I should try to add. Do not estimate replacement values or interpret my insurance coverage.
Try next: Ask AI to create a shorter checklist showing only the items that still need photographs, receipts or identifying information.
Related Guide: Creating a Home Inventory with AI → |
Landscaping & Tree Care
AI can help you plan landscaping projects, choose plants, organize seasonal tasks and prepare better questions for landscapers or arborists. It is most useful when you give it details about your property, including location, sunlight, soil, drainage and the amount of maintenance you are willing to take on.
Choose Plants for a Specific Area
Use this when you want ideas for plants that fit the conditions in a particular part of your yard.
Suggest plants for an area of my yard in [city/state] that receives about [number] hours of [full sun/partial shade/full shade] each day. The soil is [describe if known], drainage is [good/poor/unknown], and the area is approximately [size]. I prefer [evergreen/deciduous/flowering/native/low-maintenance/deer-resistant/etc.] plants. Recommend options that are appropriate for my growing region, and tell me which recommendations I should verify with my local Cooperative Extension or another reliable horticultural source.
Make it better: Add photos of the area and tell AI the approximate mature height and width you want.
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Plan a Landscape Improvement
Use this when you want help organizing a larger landscaping project before calling a professional or buying plants.
Help me create a landscape plan for [describe area or project]. My goals are [privacy, curb appeal, shade, erosion control, pollinator habitat, lower maintenance, etc.]. The area is approximately [dimensions], receives [sun conditions], and my budget is about [$ amount]. Break the project into phases and identify which decisions I should make before purchasing plants or hiring a landscaper.
Try next: Ask AI to create three versions of the plan at different budget levels.
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Create a Seasonal Yard Care Calendar
Use this when you want a month-by-month schedule for routine landscaping tasks.
Create a seasonal yard and landscape maintenance calendar for my home in [city/state]. My property includes [lawn, garden beds, shrubs, mature trees, irrigation system, etc.]. Organize the tasks by month and include pruning, planting, fertilizing, watering, mulching and other seasonal work where appropriate. Flag anything that should be verified with my local Cooperative Extension because timing varies by region.
Make it better: Include the specific plants or tree species you already have if you know them.
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Plan an Irrigation Schedule
Use this when you want help thinking through when and how much different parts of your landscape may need watering.
Help me create a basic irrigation plan for my yard in [city/state]. I have [lawn, flower beds, shrubs, trees, vegetable garden, etc.], and the property receives [sun conditions]. The soil is [type if known], and I use [sprinklers/drip irrigation/hand watering/other]. Explain which areas may have different watering needs, suggest a practical starting schedule, and tell me what signs would indicate that I am watering too much or too little. Remind me which recommendations should be adjusted for current weather and local watering restrictions.
Try next: Ask AI to help you divide the yard into watering zones based on plant type, sun exposure and soil conditions.
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Identify Questions to Ask an Arborist
Use this when you are concerned about a tree and want to prepare for a professional evaluation.
I am concerned about a [type of tree if known] near my home because I have noticed [dead branches, leaning, cracks, cavities, root damage, fungal growth, storm damage or other signs]. Help me create a list of questions to ask a certified arborist about the tree’s condition, possible hazards, treatment options, pruning, removal and future monitoring. Do not diagnose the tree from my description alone.
Make it better: Include clear photos of the entire tree, trunk, roots and any areas that concern you.
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Look for Tree Warning Signs
Use this when you want to know what to watch for between professional tree inspections.
Create a simple checklist of warning signs to look for when visually inspecting mature trees around my property. Include signs involving branches, trunk, roots, leaning, decay, fungi and storm damage. Separate conditions that may simply need monitoring from signs that warrant prompt evaluation by a qualified arborist.
Try next: Ask AI to turn the checklist into a seasonal tree inspection reminder.
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Prepare for a Landscaping Estimate
Use this before meeting with a landscaper about a larger project.
I am planning to hire a landscaper for [describe project]. Help me prepare a list of questions about plant selection, drainage, irrigation, soil preparation, warranties, maintenance, project timing, cleanup and cost. Also, give me a checklist of information and measurements I should gather before requesting estimates.
Make it better: Tell AI your budget, priorities and any problems you are trying to solve so the questions are specific to your project.
Related Guide: How to Use AI for Landscaping and Tree Care → |
Home Safety & Security
AI can help you think through security, fire safety, smart-home devices and other household risks by turning a general concern into a practical checklist or set of questions. It works best when you describe your home, who lives there and the specific issue you are trying to solve.
Review Your Home Security Needs
Use this when you want to think through what kind of security setup makes sense for your home.
Help me assess the security needs of my [type of home] in [city/state]. The home has [number] exterior doors, [number] accessible windows, [garage/no garage], [fenced/unfenced] yard and [other relevant features]. My priorities are [burglary deterrence, cameras, package security, monitoring, smart-home integration, etc.]. Create a checklist of areas to evaluate and questions to answer before I compare security systems.
Make it better: Include whether you want professional monitoring, self-monitoring or both.
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Compare Home Security Systems
Use this when you are trying to compare different systems or providers.
Help me compare these home security systems: [system 1], [system 2] and [system 3]. Compare equipment, monitoring options, contract requirements, installation, app features, camera storage, smart-home compatibility, privacy controls and ongoing costs. Identify anything I should verify directly with the provider before making a decision.
Try next: Ask AI to create a shorter comparison based only on the three or four features that matter most to you.
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Check Smart-Home Compatibility
Use this when you want to make sure new devices will work with the technology already in your home.
I currently use [list smart-home devices, hubs or platforms]. I am considering adding [new device or system]. Help me identify compatibility questions I should answer before buying, including Wi-Fi requirements, hubs, apps, subscriptions, voice assistants, security updates and whether any existing devices may stop working together.
Make it better: Include model numbers for the devices you already own.
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Create a Fire Safety Review
Use this when you want a practical checklist for reviewing fire safety around your home.
Create a home fire safety checklist for my [type and age of home]. Include smoke alarms, carbon monoxide alarms, cooking areas, fireplaces or wood stoves, electrical systems, heating equipment, escape routes and fire extinguishers. Separate routine homeowner checks from items that should be inspected or serviced by a qualified professional.
Try next: Ask AI to turn the checklist into monthly, seasonal and annual tasks.
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Plan for an Emergency Exit
Use this when you want everyone in the household to know how to get out safely during a fire or other emergency.
Help me create a simple emergency exit plan for my [number]-story home. The household includes [adults, children, older adults, pets or anyone with mobility limitations]. Help me identify primary and secondary exits, a meeting place outside, responsibilities for children or pets and items we should practice during a home fire drill.
Make it better: Describe bedrooms, stairways and any rooms that may be difficult to exit.
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Review Home Safety for Children, Guests or Older Adults
Use this when household needs have changed or you want to look at your home from a different safety perspective.
Create a home safety review for [young children/older adults/overnight guests/a person with limited mobility] in my home. Focus on falls, stairs, bathrooms, lighting, electrical hazards, furniture, medications, emergency exits and other relevant risks. Organize the suggestions by room and identify any changes that may require professional installation or evaluation.
Try next: Ask AI to separate inexpensive changes you can make immediately from larger improvements to consider later.
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Prepare Your Home Before a Vacation
Use this when you will be away from home for several days or longer.
Create a pre-vacation home security and safety checklist for a trip lasting [number] days. Include doors and windows, mail and deliveries, lighting, water, HVAC, appliances, security systems, vehicles, outdoor areas and arrangements with neighbors or family. Include anything that may differ depending on the season.
Make it better: Tell AI whether the home will be completely vacant or whether someone will be checking on it while you are away.
Buying Things for Your Home
AI can help you compare products, sort through features and think beyond the purchase price. It is especially useful when you give it your budget, priorities, space limitations and the features that matter most to you.
Compare Appliances
Use this when you are choosing between several appliances and want a clearer side-by-side comparison.
Compare these appliances: [model 1], [model 2] and [model 3]. Focus on purchase price, size, capacity, energy use, warranty, expected maintenance, useful features and any common drawbacks I should research further. Tell me which specifications I should verify with the manufacturer or retailer before buying.
Make it better: Add the dimensions of the space, your household size and the features you care about most.
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Find the Right Product for Your Needs
Use this when you know what you need but are not sure which product features matter most.
I need to buy a [product] for my home. My budget is approximately [$ amount], and my priorities are [durability, ease of use, energy efficiency, appearance, low maintenance, quiet operation, etc.]. Help me identify the features and specifications I should compare before shopping, and create a short checklist I can use when evaluating different models.
Try next: Ask AI to help you compare specific models once you have narrowed the list.
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Compare the True Cost of Two Products
Use this when one option costs more upfront but may be less expensive to own over time.
Help me compare the total cost of owning these two products over [number] years: [product 1] and [product 2]. Consider purchase price, expected energy use, maintenance, replacement parts, warranties, consumables and expected useful life. Show me which assumptions affect the comparison most and identify any information I still need to research.
Make it better: Include current utility rates or known maintenance costs if you have them.
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Decide Whether an Upgrade Is Worth It
Use this when you are trying to decide whether a higher-priced model offers features you will actually use.
I am comparing the standard and upgraded versions of [product]. The upgraded version costs approximately [$ amount] more. Compare the additional features and help me determine which ones could provide practical value based on how I plan to use the product: [describe use]. Separate meaningful differences from features that are mainly convenience or appearance.
Try next: Ask AI how long you would need to own the product for any energy or maintenance savings to offset the higher purchase price.
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Compare Warranties
Use this when two products look similar but offer different warranty coverage.
Compare these warranties for [product]: [paste or summarize warranty 1] and [warranty 2]. Explain in plain language what each appears to cover, the length of coverage, major exclusions, whether labor is included and any steps required to make a claim. Flag anything I should verify directly with the manufacturer or retailer.
Make it better: Include any extended warranty or service-plan information you are considering as well.
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Check Whether a Product Will Fit
Use this before buying an appliance, piece of furniture or other large item.
Help me determine whether this [product] will fit in my home. The product dimensions are [dimensions], and the available space is [dimensions]. The path into the room includes [doorways, stairs, hallways, turns, elevators or other limitations]. Create a checklist of every measurement I should confirm before ordering.
Try next: Ask AI to identify clearance requirements for doors, ventilation, electrical connections or plumbing that may also matter.
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Prepare for a Major Home Purchase
Use this when you want to avoid making a decision based only on price or appearance.
Create a buying checklist for a [major home product such as HVAC system, water heater, generator, refrigerator or washer and dryer]. Include the specifications, installation requirements, warranties, ongoing operating costs, maintenance needs and questions I should ask the seller or installer before purchasing.
Make it better: Tell AI the age and features of the product you are replacing so it can help you identify what has changed since your last purchase.
Everyday Home Management
AI can also help with the less dramatic parts of owning a home—the routines, records and recurring tasks that keep everything running smoothly. These prompts can help you organize household information, create schedules and simplify the jobs that are easy to put off.
Create a Household Maintenance Calendar
Use this when you want recurring home tasks organized into one simple schedule.
Create a monthly household maintenance calendar for my home. Include routine tasks such as replacing filters, testing alarms, cleaning appliance components, checking drains, reviewing supplies and other recurring chores. Organize the tasks by month and note which ones should happen more than once a year.
Make it better: Add details about your appliances, HVAC system, fireplace, well, septic system or other features so the calendar reflects your home.
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Organize Important Home Records
Use this when your warranties, receipts, manuals and service records are scattered in different places.
Help me create a simple filing system for my home records. I need to organize warranties, appliance manuals, repair invoices, contractor information, receipts, inspection reports, property documents and other important records. Suggest categories and a naming system that will work for both paper and digital files.
Try next: Ask AI to create a one-page index showing where each type of document is stored.
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Build a Cleaning Schedule That Fits Your Routine
Use this when you want a realistic cleaning plan rather than a long list of chores.
Create a practical cleaning schedule for my [size/type of home] and household of [number] people. I can spend about [amount of time] on routine cleaning each [day/week]. Divide tasks into daily, weekly, monthly and seasonal jobs, and keep the schedule realistic rather than trying to clean everything constantly.
Make it better: Tell AI which tasks you dislike, outsource or already do on a regular schedule.
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Create a Home Information Sheet
Use this when you want important household information available in one place.
Help me create a home information sheet that includes important contacts, utility providers, appliance information, shutoff locations, maintenance contacts, emergency numbers and other household details someone may need if I am unavailable. Organize it so it is easy to print and update.
Make it better: Keep sensitive account numbers and passwords out of the document.
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Prepare Your Home Before Leaving Town
Use this when you want a checklist for closing up the house before a trip.
Create a home-departure checklist for a [number] - day trip during [season]. Include HVAC settings, water, appliances, trash, mail, deliveries, plants, pets, lighting, security, vehicles and anything else I should handle before leaving.
Try next: Ask AI to create a second checklist for what to do when you return home.
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Find Ways to Reduce Household Energy Use
Use this when you want practical energy-saving ideas without immediately investing in major upgrades.
Help me identify practical ways to reduce energy use in my [type and age of home] in [city/state]. My home has [heating and cooling system, water heater, major appliances and other relevant features]. Separate low-cost or no-cost changes from larger improvements, and explain which factors are likely to have the greatest effect.
Make it better: Add recent utility usage or bills with personal information removed so AI can help you identify patterns worth investigating.
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Create a Seasonal Home Reset Checklist
Use this when you want to prepare the house for a new season beyond basic maintenance.
Create a seasonal home reset checklist for [spring/summer/fall/winter] in [city/state]. Include indoor organization, outdoor preparation, supplies to restock, seasonal equipment, emergency items and household tasks that are easy to forget. Keep it practical and prioritize the most important tasks first.
Try next: Ask AI to shorten the list to what you can realistically complete in one weekend.
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