🌸 Spring Cleaning Must Do’s Inside and Out

Spring is here! Which means it’s time to shake off the winter blues and give your home some love. A little effort now will help your place look its best, run smoothly, and save you from surprise repairs later. Plus, nothing feels better than opening the windows on a sunny day and knowing your space is fresh and ready for the season.

Here’s your spring home checklist — mix in some DIY projects if you love them, or call in the pros where it makes sense.

🌀 Keeping It Cool

Before those hot summer days sneak up, get your cooling systems in shape:

• Central AC: Schedule a tune-up with your HVAC pro. A yearly service (or better yet, a service contract) keeps things running and gives you peace of mind.
• Outdoor Unit: Clear away leaves and trim shrubs for airflow.
• Window Units: Clean, vacuum, and replace filters. If you leave one in year-round, remember to cover it when not in use.

✨ Time to Sparkle & Shine

Give your home a fresh start from top to bottom:

• Windows: Clean glass, sills, and screens. (Pro tip: you may want to wait until pollen season passes… unless you enjoy cleaning twice.)
• Floors & Carpets: Wash, polish, or hire pros for a deep clean.
• Tile & Grout: Scrub with vinegar + baking soda. Reseal if needed.
• Counters: Reseal stone surfaces like granite.
• Electronics: Wipe down screens and recycle old devices.
• Vents & Ducts: Clean bathroom vents and consider professional duct cleaning.
• Chimney: Clear ashes and close the damper for the season.
• Laundry Room: Run cleaning cycles, vacuum lint traps, and have dryer vents checked.
• Kitchen: Run the oven self-cleaner, refresh your coffee maker with vinegar, and reorganize cabinets.
• Bathroom: Soak shower heads in vinegar for better water flow.
• Fridge: Wipe it down, change filters, and vacuum coils.
• Paint & Décor: Refresh a room with a new color or add spring flowers for instant cheer.

☔ Rain, Rain, Go Away

Spring showers are coming — make sure your home can handle them:

• Doorways: Add indoor/outdoor mats and an umbrella stand.
• Gutters & Downspouts: Clean and repair so water flows away from your foundation.
• Drainage: Watch how your yard drains during storms. Standing water? Call a pro before it becomes a basement problem.

🌱 The Great Outdoors

Get your yard, garden, and outdoor spaces ready for prime time:

• Yard Cleanup: Rake leaves, remove debris, and tidy up winter damage.
• Garden Tools: Clean, sharpen, and restock supplies. Organize your shed for easy access.
• Patio/Deck: Wash down surfaces and furniture. Consider a power wash if needed.
• Grill: Clean grates and burners, check gas tanks, or stock up on charcoal.
• Pest Control: Tidy up to discourage ants, rodents, and other uninvited guests.
• Driveway/Sidewalks: Repair cracks, seal, or resurface as needed.
• Flower Beds: Start planting bulbs, annuals, or perennials. Order mulch for that “fresh and finished” look.
• Trees & Shrubs: Fertilize, prune, or transplant as needed (but wait to prune spring bloomers until after they flower).

💡 Final Tip

Spring cleaning doesn’t have to happen all at once — pace yourself! Tackle a few projects at a time and you’ll be rewarded with a home that’s clean, functional, and ready for warmer days ahead.

And if you’re wondering what tasks matter most for protecting your home’s value, I’m always here to answer questions or point you to the right pro.