Outdoor Spring Cleaning

It’s spring! As the sun shines more, it’s time to spend more time outside, whether on your porch or in the yard. It’s time to make your home more summer-ready. Spring cleaning doesn’t just apply to the inside of your house. It is important to spring clean outside your home as well. This will prevent any damage from occurring over time.

This guide contains  important tasks that will keep your exterior looking clean and maintained.

• Clean exterior windows. First, clean your windows. It would help if you inspected your windows for holes and damage. Repair or replace the screen as necessary. If your screens look good, you can take them off and rinse them outside with a hose. Use a soft brush to scrub them gently. Use soapy water to clean the windows if necessary. You can clean the glass outside of your windows before you go inside. This will make it easier to see dirt and smudges.
• Make sure you clean your gutters. This is the most difficult task. Cleaning your gutters is an important part of spring cleaning your outside home. Regular gutter cleaning will reduce the likelihood of water damage. Use a sturdy ladder to remove any leaves, twigs or other debris that may have made it into your gutters. Protective gloves are recommended. You may also consider using a scoop.
• Re-paint shutters, trim and doors. Look at your shutters, trim and doors to determine if they need a freshening. Winter weather can be hard on paint jobs. To increase curb appeal, consider a bold new color or new light fixtures or mailboxes. Before making any major changes or adding on, check with your homeowner’s association.
• Clear out the garage. Although it may seem daunting, organizing your garage will make a huge difference. You can organize your garage by creating different storage types and uses zones. To store your items efficiently, install shelves or hooks. Make sure you get rid of any that you don’t need.
• Clean your porch/patio. It’s great to sit on your patio on a spring evening, but it can be a chore if there are cobwebs around the corners or patio furniture that is dirty and grimy. To freshen your outdoor space, sweep away any dirt or cobwebs, and wipe down the furniture. If you are a Clean & Simple customer, you can also add cleaning the patio on a recurring or one-time basis!
• Exterior walls should be washed. Exterior walls were splattered with water and mud throughout the wet Pacific Northwest winter. To clean exterior walls and siding, use a pressure washer. Be sure to pay special attention to where plants or trees are located. Regular cleaning will increase the life expectancy of your walls.
• Make sure to clean your outdoor grill/kitchen. Don’t forget to clean your outdoor grill/kitchen area if it has been a while. It will be clean and ready to go before you use it again.