![]() _ WHEN IN DOUBT, HIRE OUT!Īll I can say is climbing on top of anything scares me to death. Spread moss killer, fertilizer and bug killer in lawnĬheck down spouts and drainage areas for clogs and unclog in necessary Take frost covers off of plants (only if you’re sure to not have any freezing temps) Be sure to use a hard plastic bristle brush and not a metal bristle brush. Fix any loose bricks and clean with a cleaning solution like safe shield, moldEx, bleach or vinegar. If you have brick surfaces check for loose brick and mold or moss. Duh! I try my best to maintain all of the areas whiteout making more work for myself. I hate bugs and guess where they live…outside. Inspect roof for any damage like loose shingles and repair if you can.īlow off roof with leaf blower or sweep with hard bristle broom to knock the moss down and apply moss killer.ĭRIVEWAY, WALKWAY, STAIRS and GARDEN: My least favorite thing about being a home owner is taking care of the yard. Inspect flashing around the base of your chimney Replace light bulbs for all high-mounted motion lights Hire a professional if you’re a chicken like me! Inspect, clean and repair gutters if needed. My roof has a ton of moss every year the need’s to be treated on a biannual basis. ROOF AND GUTTERS: Living here in the Pacific North West is magical until you see how much moss we have. Remove, clean and store away storm windows Inspect foundation for cracks and repair with hydraulic cement or call a professional Inspect siding for cracks, mold/moss, chips or flaking paint and repair if needed Wash garage door with hose or power washer and repair weather-stripping and re-paint if needed Wash screens and check for tears that need repair The rest of the house is cedar shingles siding so it’s susceptible to pealing and cracking. Repair any cracks or splintered wood in porch, patio or balcony flooring.ĮXTERIOR WALLS, GARAGE DOOR AND WINDOWS: I guess we are lucky in the fact that the front of our house is aluminum siding giving us some protection from those nasty winds. Treat any mold or mildew spots with a solution of safe shield, moldEx, vinegar or bleach and wash down with hose or power washer Wash all outdoor furniture and clean grill Sweep porch ceilings, walls, and floors to clear away dead critters and cobwebs Wash or hose down doors and re-paint if needed All opinions expressed are 100% my own.įRONT PORCH, BALCONY, BACK PATIO OR DECK: My front porch took a particular beating this winter and is in need of some minor repairs and reconditioning. I do not recommend products of services that I do not use myself. I have provided a free Outdoor Spring Cleaning Checklist for you to download to keep track of your progress. My house took a beating from the east winds we have here near the Columbia river gorge. This year I decided to tackle my outdoor spring cleaning before the inside spring cleaning. Outdoor spring cleaning can be a huge chore but with a little planning the right tools and a good checklist you can be sure to make quick work of it. ![]() It’s time for some serious elbow grease and a jump-start on the outdoor spring cleaning. Here in the Portland area, we are reeling from a particularly harsh winter. They come in so many great scents and are made with safe, non-toxic ingredients.Spring has almost sprung. I feel like it makes the cleaning process a whole lot more enjoyable when the house smells nice and not just like cleaning chemicals. Which Spring Cleaning Products to UseĮvery spring I like to treat myself to a new set of amazing smelling cleaning products. You can get the free printable of the Ultimate Spring Cleaning Checklist below. That way you can break it up over a few weeks and not get too overwhelmed. I recommend scheduling out days to tackle specific rooms or tasks. ![]() You can use this list as a reference and do as little or as much as you want to. Now I’m not going to lie, this list is huge, and kind of overwhelming at first glance. And there’s a small section where you can write in your own tasks. There’s also a section for tasks to do throughout your whole home. The spring cleaning checklist is broken up into tasks by room. ![]()
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