10 Outdoor Spring Cleaning Projects
Spring cleaning is not always exciting for many of us. But it is important. As the winter end and we begin looking forward to spring, something inside of us tells us to get our homes in order by cleaning, organizing and getting rid of things we’ve piled up over the winter months.
But who says spring cleaning is limited to the inside of your home?
The outside of your home could likely use a little tidying up after a cold, wet winter, too!
It’s Time For Home Exterior Cleaning
Here are home exterior cleaning projects that will drastically improve the curb appeal of your home in Murfreesboro, and, even more important, will offer much-needed care and maintenance that will save money over the years to come.
1. Gutter Cleaning
Spring is the optimal time of year to clean out your gutters, because so many leaves and debris accumulated during the fall and winter months. The pollen count is at its highest during the spring, making a huge mess in your gutters and downspouts if they aren’t cleaned.
Plus, bugs and animals are scavenging for places to build their homes during spring, so having your gutters cleaned out will help stop an infestation in your home.
Gutter cleaning will consist of cleaning the inside of your gutters, removing mold, mildew, stains and returning them to a like-new appearance.
2. Window Cleaning
Residential window cleaning is essential for spring cleaning. First floor windows will not give you too much of an issue, but any second and third floor windows can be trickier to reach.
Cleaning windows by hand is an exhausting job, and will need a lot of supplies, not to mention going up and down a ladder! A soft wash or professional cleaning of your home’s windows is the best solution to get the panes and the outer frame clean.
3. Pressure Washing
You aren’t going to want clean gutters and windows on a dirty home. Which means you are going to want to pressure wash your home too!
Pressure washing is quick, effective and doesn’t cost very much. You can clean your home, outdoor furniture, patios, porches and walkways with not too much effort. It will knock off dirt and mud so they won’t stain your home, and you can also stop the spread of mold, mildew and allergens.
4. Driveway Cleaning
Clearing off your driveway and giving it a good cleaning might seem strange because you’ll be driving on it, but, a clean, well-cared for driveway can increase the curb appeal of your home.
A professional pressure washing company will do wonders when it comes to driveway cleaning, whether it’s pavement, asphalt, brick or some other material. Also consider adding a gravel border to your driveway to really help it stand out!
5. Patio Cleaning
Your patio gets the most use throughout the summer months, so it can be easy to overlook it during the winter when you aren’t doing as much outdoor entertaining, relaxing or grilling. Your patio can be in bad shape the first time you walk onto it in the spring.
Detergent and water – and a little elbow grease – are sometimes be enough for patio cleaning, but if you notice signs of mold or mildew, you might need to consider a more aggressive option, like professional power washing, to ensure that friends and family can safely enjoy your patio all summer.
6. Roof Cleaning
Mold and moss are typical home roof issues in Murfreesboro. While you’re cleaning the outside of your home, it’s a great time to clean your roof as well, but you’ll have to use a different method than the one you use for the rest of your home’s exterior cleaning.
If you notice streaks on your roof, algae is probably the cause. Moss is usually obvious, too. These contaminants can’t be wiped off of shingles, nor can you pressure wash the roof. Both of these methods will damage the shingles on your roof.
The ideal method for roof cleaning is to spray the shingles with a half-water, half-bleach mixture and then let it sit. This will eliminate any organisms on your roof without reducing its lifespan.
7. Tidy up the Front
The front of your home is likely what most people passing by see, so try to make the best impression you can for visitors and for yourself! Coming home to a clean exterior will improve your day, and will probably motivate you to spend more time outdoors.
Clean your porch with soap and water or a good pressure wash. Wipe cobwebs and dirt off of the front door, and think about painting it a new color for a really bright look! Clean forgotten areas including the porch ceiling, light fixtures and ceiling fans, too.
8. Organize Outdoor Tools
You’ll probably be spending a lot more time outdoors, so spring is an excellent time to organize the things you’ll need for outdoor work.
Yard tools as well as pool care equipment need to all have an exact area outside your home – somewhere that it is safe from harsh weather and out of sight so it is not a constant eyesore to anyone. Taking the time to organize in the spring allows you to appreciate the outside of your home much more throughout the time of year when you are going to spend the most time outdoors.
9. Lawn Care & Landscaping
Your yard, trees and bushes make a major impact on the look of your home.
Kill weeds around the exterior of your flower beds and walkways and driveway, till up places where you will be planting later on and sweep off walkways. You can also spray pre-emergent weed poison to make yard care easier on yourself throughout the summer. Trim all the bushes too.
10. Clean the Grill
After being unused for several months, your gas or charcoal 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 sick.
Wipe it down to remove ash, then scrub the grates with a plastic scrubber (so you do not leave behind metal particles that can get into food) and a basic dish soap or degreaser.
You could probably finish these projects after a few weekends but it will be a lot of tough work. Instead, give us a call! Murfreesboro Pressure Washing provides professional residential exterior cleaning services for patio cleaning, roof cleaning, driveway cleaning, pressure washing and more!