Spring has sprung, the days are getting longer and things are thawing out. You’re looking around, noticing all the nooks and crannies that you’ve been ignoring for days, weeks, months…years. Well, here is a short list of April Home Improvement To-Do’s you can do over a single weekend:
1. Wash windows
Let in the light and make your home look brighter by cleaning your windows! Clean inside and outside of glass, sills and frames.
2. Wash siding
Use a pressure washer to wash the siding of your home. Mold and dirt can build up with time. Remove it to keep your siding in tip top shape and maintain your home’s curb appeal!
3. Declutter and donate
Make your rooms feel larger by decluttering and removing unneeded items. Donate them to a worthy charity or set them aside for a yard sale you can plan down the road (after things return to some semblance of normalcy).
4. Clean and repair screens on windows/doors
Remove and inspect all window and door screens. Replace any damaged screens. Clean screens with a soft brush and mild detergent. Hose off and let dry before adding back in place.
5. Dress up front porch
Now’s the time to decorate your front porch! Add a chair or two if you have space to sit with a morning coffee and add spring planters. A gorgeous Spring wreath on your front door is a great way to greet guests. Add a new door mat for a quick refresh!
6. Test sprinklers, hoses, hose reels and irrigation system
Test all of your water sprinklers, hoses and irrigation system if you have one to make sure they are ready to go once the weather warms up enough to water your gardens. Replace any damaged water sprinklers, hoses and hose reels.
7. Schedule air conditioning inspection
Now is the time to make sure your air conducting system is functioning! Schedule and inspection and order any parts required.
8. Clean garage
The garage tends to fill up with stuff over the winter and by April it can be pretty hard to find anything! Organize kids bikes, skateboards, pet supplies, yard and garden equipment with shelves, hooks and cabinets. Sweep the floor or use a shop vacuum. Toss out broken items and donate anything that isn’t used anymore.
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