Spring is here or almost there depending on who you ask, but either way, it's time to do a little spring cleaning. And while this can mean wiping down blinds and tidying up thick clothing, it also means taking other steps to prepare your home for next spring. But what could these steps be?
Spring is the time of renewal, of change. It's a time when anything can happen and spicing up your home often can put yourself in the right mood to welcome the new season.
1. Clean your gutters
We know, we know: cleaning gutters is something nobody wants to do, but it could become one of the smartest things you will do this year. Cleaning your gutters takes no more than 30 minutes or an hour at most, but it can save you a lot of effort and money in the long run.
An obvious problem with dirty and clogged gutters is that they don't look attractive. It's hard to be in the mood for spring when the first thing you see on the way out is a clogged gutter. And if you are planning to sell your property, clean gutters can improve your chances of making a great first impression. We only say!
Additionally, dirty gutters pose a flood risk when the spring rains arrive, which in turn means a lot more time and effort is spent cleaning them up.
2. Look for these parasites
Another great thing you could do this spring is hire a professional company like Elite Wildlife Solutions to check your home for pest infestations. While some signs of tampering are pretty easy to spot, others are less obvious, and if you don't spot the signs early on, it can put your property at serious risk. For example, pests are a common problem with homeowners, and for good reason, since termites can seriously damage and cause damage to the structure of your home. And while you're at it, we recommend someone check for other types of pests like bats, snakes, rats, etc. as well. While sometimes the evidence of their presence is pretty obvious, you could spend weeks or even months with an unwanted guest in your home without even realizing it.
So investing in a routine checkup early in the season can save you a lot of headaches in the long run. You can also read more about insect pests here .
3. Cut your lawn!
And your hedges. And your trees. Take a day to really upgrade the exterior of your home because winter is really over and there is no excuse for poorly maintained property.
First, a little cleanup has the obvious benefit of keeping them safe from pests. Squirrels, snakes, and just about every other intruder you can think of are more likely to be attracted to tall grass and overcrowded hedges for one simple reason: they can hide themselves. Also, as you trim your lawn, you may notice signs of pest activity such as: B. Grains of sand produced by moles .
Second, beautifying your garden has a psychological effect, like a new haircut.
4. Take the time to order
Winter is a great time to wreak havoc. Unused boxes litter carpets and hallways, and it works because the clutter somehow mimics the heat and makes it acceptable for the winter. Not so much spring, though.
The disorder has the unpleasant psychological effect of training you emotionally. In other words, it contradicts the natural rebirth of spring. Also, think about how much free space you'll have after throwing out all of the old junk.
5. Repair windows, configure screens.
It is natural for winter to damage your property, especially windows and doors. And very soon, when winter turns into spring, this damage will allow easy access to larger insects, living things, and other pests. Hence, as you prepare to welcome spring into your life, it is important to make sure that opening the window does not invite disaster into your life.
So, do a thorough inspection of your property, install screens to use them on, and repair any existing property damage.
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