Spring Outdoor Home Maintenance Tips
When the weather starts to change and spring has arrived, people are ready to get outside. After the colder months of winter, the exterior of your house and your yard may be looking rough. Some spring outdoor home maintenance will work wonders for your property.
1. Clean Up Debris
After winter, you may find tree branches, leaves, and other debris that were hidden under snow and ice. Walk your property with a bag or collection bin and pick up sticks, tree limbs, trash, and other debris. Take your lawn care a step further and fertilize the grass.
2. Treat and Repair Signs of Pests
Pests may have spent the winter hiding in warm places in and around your home, possibly causing damage. Common places that they can be found are inside your walls, in garages and sheds, under porches, and in basements and attics.
Many will move out on their own and the area will just need a good cleaning. Others may have settled in and need a professional to remove them so that your home stays a safe and healthy environment for your family.
3. Spring Outdoor Home Maintenance for Landscaping
Mulching, weeding, and trimming bushes will transform your property. Remove any dead trees or plants. Add features like colorful lawn decorations and flower pots to boost aesthetic appeal. You may even decide to dig an outdoor fire pit to enjoy on cooler nights.
4. Pressure Wash Your Home’s Exterior
Between the leaves and debris falling, snowstorms, and strong winds, the outside of your house has taken a beating. If you do not own a pressure washer, you can rent one from most home improvement stores or hire a professional to do it for you. It is the easiest and most effective way to get rid of dirt and grime from the siding, deck, patio, and driveway.
5. Spring Outdoor Home Maintenance for Walkways and Driveways
Spring outdoor home maintenance is not complete without checking your property for safety hazards. Cold temperatures and sprouting weeds can cause cracks and uneven sections of your walkways and driveway.
You can find asphalt and concrete fillers at most home improvement stores and do it yourself or enlist the help of a professional. Sand, stones, or gravel can also fill gaps. These imperfections will be easier to see after you have pressure washed.
Once your property has been cleaned up, you will enjoy the outdoor living spaces of your home more throughout the warmer months.
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