Spring Outdoor Home Maintenance

The home maintenance season is almost upon us!  This is the time of year when you can catch up on any home tasks that have been put off.   Many homeowners wait until spring to clean the home, but it’s always better to be proactive and take care of things before they become a problem.

Here are some great steps to follow when home maintenance season rolls around:

Clean gutters

You can easily take care of this task all by yourself! Simply use a ladder to climb up the side of your home, and slowly pull out any leaves or debris stuck in your gutters. Be sure to wear gloves as some home maintenance jobs require protection from sharp materials such as nails or glass.  

Pressure wash your home exterior

If you want your home to look like it just came out of the showroom floor, this is your chance! Use a pressure washer and home detergent on the siding of your home. The combination of water and soap will leave behind no residue, no mildew stains, and no grime.

Re-seed your home’s lawn  

If you live in an area that has grass, home maintenance season is the perfect time to re-sod your home! You can either hire someone or do it yourself with some friends. Make sure to cut out any dead patches of grass before seeding, because that will affect your home’s curb appeal.

Clean windows   

To make sure the home maintenance season is as successful as possible, you should clean windows inside and out! It’s a good idea to use vinegar and newspapers to ensure everything is sparkling from top to bottom. For those windows that are up high, you can either hire a pro or use a homemade step ladder by placing bricks underneath the legs to ensure you don’t fall.

Trim Bushes

This is another task that can be done by yourself or with friends. Simply cut bushes down to size using loppers and garden shears, and even shape bushes into desired shapes. If your bushes are too big to trim yourself, you may need to hire perth tree loppers (or loppers wherever you are) to do the job for you. This will make sure your home maintains its charm all year round!

Plant Spring Flowers

To add a spring touch to your home, you should plant spring flowers on your porch or in your garden. This is a great opportunity for homeowners who aren’t afraid to get their hands dirty! Planting spring flowers isn’t very hard if you have a nice sunny location that gets plenty of sun and water.

The spring flower bulbs popping up all over your yard are one of spring’s many charms. This is the time of year when you can also plant spring flowers that don’t require bulbs like tulips! Whether you’re planting spring flowers by yourself or with some help, this is a great spring home maintenance task to complete.

Paint Handrails

Now that your home is sparkling clean, it’s time to paint the paintable surfaces! Homes with decks or exterior stairs usually have paintable handrails. You can paint these with just about any paint color you desire, as long as it matches the paint on your home. If you don’t feel like painting by yourself, know that hiring a paint crew to paint everything for you won’t break the bank

Painting handrails is a great way to add some color to your deck or exterior stairs, and it can be done by anyone who has a steady hand and a paintbrush. A paintbrush will help make sure paint is applied evenly over each spot of the paintable surface.

Pick Up Leaves and Debris

If there are any leaves or debris left behind during the fall or winter seasons, this is the time of year when you can catch up on all the tasks you put off!

Check Your Roof for Leaks

Roof leaks can cause serious damage, so it’s important to catch roof leaks as soon as possible. To do this, you should check your roof for any problems before the spring hits and brings about the rainy season. If you think there are any cracks or holes in your roof, hire a roofer to come to take a look at them for you.

Check Garden Hoses for Cracks and Leaks

Leaky hoses can waste a ton of water if they aren’t checked every now and then, so this is the time of year to check your garden hoses and replace them if you find any cracks or leaks. This will help save you money that would have otherwise been wasted on water bills.

Watch for Peeling House Paint

If your home’s paint is peeling away, this is the time of year to figure out if you should re-paint or simply sand and repaint in order to spruce things up again in the spring. This will also save money because your roof will be ready when it starts raining!

Stain the Deck

If you stain your deck every year, it will make sure the wood stays in good condition and can be enjoyed for many years to come. It’s a great time to stain the deck because you don’t have to worry about rain interfering with the stain! If you stain the deck every year, it will keep your deck looking new and can be enjoyed for many years to come.

Replace Shrubbery

If any of your shrubs have died or need trimming back, this is the time of year to replace them before the spring flowers start blooming! This will help you update your home and add a pop of color to it.

Conclusion

These home maintenance tips and tricks will leave your home looking spic and span! The home maintenance season is upon us, so get outside and stay busy! Remember, these are just suggestions of tasks that should be completed during home maintenance season. Only you know what is best for your home, but this is a great guideline to follow either way.