10 Outdoor Spring Cleaning Projects
Spring cleaning is not exciting for most of us. But it is important. As the winter end and we start looking forward to spring, something within us tells us to get our homes in order by cleaning, organizing and getting rid of things we’ve hoarded throughout the winter.
But who says spring cleaning is only for the interior of your house?
The outside of your house could probably use a little refreshing after a cold, dreary winter, too!
It’s Time For Home Exterior Cleaning
Here are home exterior cleaning projects that will really improve the curb appeal of your house in Wesley Chapel, and, even more important, will offer much-needed maintenance and upkeep that will save you money over the years ahead.
1. Gutter Cleaning
Spring is the best time of year to clean out your gutters, since a lot of leaves and debris accumulate in the fall and winter. The pollen count is at its highest in the spring, making a huge mess in your gutters if they are not properly cleaned.
Plus, bugs and critters are looking for places to build homes in spring, so having your gutters cleaned out will help to stop an infestation in your home.
Gutter cleaning will consist of cleaning the inside of your gutters, removing mold, mildew and rust stains and returning them to a nice appearance.
2. Window Cleaning
Exterior window cleaning is necessary for spring cleaning. Ground floor windows will not cause you much of an issue, but second and third floor windows will be tougher to reach.
Cleaning windows by hand is an exhausting job, and will need a lot of tools, not to mention going up and down a ladder! A soft wash or professional cleaning of your exterior windows is the recommended solution to get the panes and the outer frame nice and clean.
3. Pressure Washing
You don’t want clean gutters and clean windows on a dirty house. Which means you will want to pressure wash your house too!
Pressure washing is quick, effective and doesn’t cost too much. You can pressure clean your house, outdoor furniture, patios, porches and walkways with not much effort. It will knock off dirt and mud so they won’t stain your house, and you can also stop the spread of mold, mildew and allergens.
4. Driveway Cleaning
Clearing off your home’s driveway and giving it a good cleaning may seem counter-productive since you will just be driving on it, but, a clean, well-cared for driveway can increase the curb appeal of your house.
A professional pressure washing service can do wonders when it comes to driveway cleaning, whether it’s pavement, asphalt, brick or some other material. Also think about adding a gravel or mulch border to your home’s driveway to really make it stand out!
5. Patio Cleaning
Your home’s patio gets the most use during the summer, so it is easy to forget about it in the winter since you are not doing a lot of outdoor entertaining, leisure or grilling. Your patio could be in pretty bad shape the first time you go onto it in the spring.
Detergent and water – and a little muscle – are sometimes be enough for patio cleaning, but if you notice signs of mold or algae, you might need to think about a more aggressive option, like professional power washing, to ensure that friends and family can enjoy your patio all summer.
6. Roof Cleaning
Algae and moss are common home roof issues in Wesley Chapel. While you are cleaning the outside of your house, it’s a great time to pressure clean your home’s roof too, but you will need to use a different process than what you use for the rest of your home’s exterior cleaning.
If you notice streaks on your home’s roof, algae is most likely the reason. Moss is pretty obvious, too. These contaminants can’t be wiped off of shingles, nor can you pressure wash the roof of your house. Both of these methods will damage the shingles on your home’s roof.
The best method for roof cleaning is to mist the shingles with a half-bleach, half-water mixture and leave it sit. This solution will eliminate any organic organisms on your home’s roof without reducing its lifespan.
7. Tidy up the Front
The front of your house is what most people see, so make the best impression possible for visitors and for yourself! Returning home to a well-maintained exterior will instantly improve your day, and will inspire you to spend a lot more time outdoors.
Clean your front porch with detergent and water or a good pressure wash. Wipe cobwebs and dirt off of the front door, and think about painting it for a really fresh look! Clean overlooked areas like the porch ceiling, light fixtures and ceiling fans, too.
8. Organize Outdoor Tools
You’ll be spending more time outside, so spring is a wonderful chance to organize the things you will need for outdoor chores.
Gardening tools and pool care equipment need to all have an exact place outside your house – somewhere that it is safe from weather and not in sight so it is not a constant eyesore to anyone. Spending the time to organize in the spring allows you to appreciate the outside of your house so much more throughout the time of year when you spend the most time outdoors.
9. Lawn Care & Landscaping
Your yard, trees and garden bushes make a major impact on the look of your house.
Get rid of weeds near your flower beds and walkways and driveway, till up places where you might be planting later on and sweep off walkways. You can also spray pre-emergent weed killer to make lawn care easier on yourself throughout the next few months. Trim all the bushes too.
10. Clean the Grill
After sitting unused for months, your grill could use a good cleaning, too. Leftover grease and food from your grill are definitely unappetizing, but they can also make you and your family ill.
Wipe it down to get rid of ash, then scrub the grates with a plastic scrubber (so you don’t leave behind metal particles that can sometimes get into food) and a basic dish soap or degreaser.
You could probably finish all of these projects after a few weekends but it will be a lot of tough work. Instead, give us a call! WOW! Wesley Chapel Pressure Wash provides professional home exterior cleaning services for driveway cleaning, patio cleaning, pressure washing, roof cleaning and more!