When the cold weather departs and the warm weather starts creeping in, it might be time to start preparing your home for spring and inspecting for possible damages over the fall and winter months. Springtime brings the perfect weather to get outside, start larger projects you may have pushed aside, and get your home in tip top shape. Take advantage of the temperature and go through this maintenance checklist, starting with the exterior of your home. 

Exterior 

• Clean Your Gutters
• Clean Out Vents that Lead Outside
• Inspect Wood Deck / Wood Fence for Rot
• Inspect your Roof for Leaks and Damages
• Check the Siding on you house for Damages
• Inspect Driveway/Concrete for Cracks 
• Check Sprinkler and Irrigation Systems for Cracks or Damages
• Check Door and Window Seals – Replace if Needed
• Check / Clean your Chimney – Use a Professional 
• Check Your Exterior Faucets for Potential Freezing and Popping
• Remove Any Debris from the Property 
• Wash / Paint / Stain Exterior of the Your Home- If Needed 
• Uncover, Clean and Maintain your Pool, Hot Tub, or Water Features
• Check Exterior Gas and Battery Powered Tools
  • Lawn mower 
  • Weedwacker
  • Leaf Blower
  • Grill 

The interior of your home has its own checklist. While the days are getting longer and the weather is turning for the better, Portland spring can bring heaping amounts of rain. Take this time to go through the interior of your home and begin spring cleaning. Check for leaks, damages, and anything in need of replacing. 

Interior 

• Check HVAC Air Filters, Change if Necessary 
• Look for Moisture/ Damage in the Basement and Attic 
• Clean Windows and Screens for a Brighter Home 
• Check your Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Detectors 
• Check / Remove Remains from your Fireplace
• Service your AC Unit
• Clean Out Your Garage 
• Paint Chipped Baseboards and Walls
• Check and Maintain your Water Heater
• Adjust Your Ceiling Fan to Counter-Clockwise 
• Deep Spring Clean Your Home
  • Appliances
  • Floors
  • Cabinets
  • Bathrooms
  • Bedrooms

Have any spring maintenance or cleaning tips we missed? Let us know in the comments!

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