Homeowners Spring Cleaning Checklist
OUTSIDE
- Remove burlap from outside plants
- Clean window wells of debris
- Check for loose or cracked shingles
- Reconnect outside garden hose and check for leaks
- Remove winter cover from air conditioning unit and inspect unit.
- Vacuum or brush out coils
- Check/clean eavestroughs and downspouts for blockages
- Check caulking for cracking or detachment and signs of water penetration
- Check air intakes and exhaust are clear of debris, nests, etc.
- Replace weather stripping if damaged
- Use a pressure washer to clean the home’s exteriorThe recommended strength for either an electric- or a gas powered pressure washer is 1200-3000psi; the higher the power, the higher the pressure.
- Prune trees and hedgesTop-up gardens with fresh soil
- Rake lawn of dead leaves and dead grass
- Fertilize lawn and overseed
- Clean outside coach lights
INSIDE
- Clean or replace furnace filter
- Clean humidifier
- Check sump pump and float for overall operation
- Check dryer vent for any blockages
- Test smoke alarms and carbon monoxide detectors
- Clean windows on interior of mold or mildew
- Windex interior and exterior windows
- Check and reset ground fault circuit interrupters
- Check water heater for leaks
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