Posted on April 2, 2025

How should I prepare my home for spring?

A fter a long winter, it’s nearly time to de-winterize your home and get ready for spring.

Here are some of my top spring maintenance projects to give you a good start for the warmer seasons.

Spring is the perfect time to clean your gutters. They probably collected a lot of debris in the fall and winter months, so clean them out to get a fresh start before the spring and summer showers start. Your gutters play a big role in protecting not only your roof, but your foundation, basement and erosion prevention in your yard.

Over_owing gutters can cause a lot of problems, and they can all be solved by twice-yearly gutter cleaning.

While you’re at it, inspect your roof for damage. Take note of any damaged or missing shingles, loose or misplaced chimney bricks, signs of deterioration around your chimney, and cracks or creases in your gutters that allow water to drip through. Bring in a pro to x any issues before they get worse.

There’s nothing better than letting fresh spring air into your home. Before you open your windows for the rst time, deep clean them to get rid of any dirt or insects that accumulated throughout the winter. Patch or replace any holes or tears in screens, replace any caulk as needed, and lubricate door and window tracks and hinges.

I also recommend preparing your lawn tools for the extra work they’ll need to do in the spring and summer months.

Sharpen your gardening tools, make sure your lawn mower is working, and adjust the timer for your sprinklers. If you have an irrigation system, many localities require it to be inspected by a pro before turning it on for the season.

Take a look at your decks and patios, or any outdoor entertaining spaces. You want them to be well-maintained and safe, so look for any damaged railings, boards, or steps, as well as loose nails or other fasteners, and repair as needed. Spray water on your deck and check to see if it beads. If it doesn’t, it’s a good time to reseal the wood.

Pressure wash your deck, driveways and walkways to give your outdoor spaces a fresh start to the season.

My last tip is to get your HVAC system serviced each spring.

This will ensure the system is working properly and won’t give you any problems when summer rolls around. It’s always a good idea to get your air conditioning inspected before the warm season, and your HVAC tech can help identify small problems before they become big ones.

They’ll also take a look at your heating system to make sure it’s working well after running hard all winter.