Top 10 Outdoor Spring-Cleaning Tips

10. Squeaky-Clean Windows: See article below to get your windows just so.

9. Get Your Mind (and those leaves) Out of the Gutter: Take some time to clean out the gutters making them free of leaves and other winter left-over debris.

8. Sort It Out: Take time to sort through your garage, closets, and any other places where you’ve stored stuff. Now’s the time to sort, organize and toss!

7. Identify Your Weak Spots: Check outside the home for rotten or weak spots in fences, decks, railings, etc.

6. De-leaf and De-clutter: Rake the dead leaves and cut away the dead foliage. Make space for spring to bloom.

5. Roll It On: Consider sprucing up the insides and outside with paint.

4. Wash Those Winter Blues Away: Pressure washers are a good way to clean patios, driveways and even siding. Borrow or rent one if you don’t have one already. Certain types of siding or paint can’t handle the hard pressure, so be sure to test a small area first.

3. Separate the Weeds from the Blooms: It’s time to pull weeds and maybe add new topsoil and mulch to your flower beds and pots. Get a fresh start in your garden.

2. Get Down to the Nitty-Gritty: Don’t forget to clear away the cobwebs, wipe down the front door and maybe even clean your outdoor light fixtures.

1. Rinse and Re-stain: Rinse off the patio furniture, wipe down the outdoor tables, wash the cushions and consider re-staining your deck after you’ve cleaned it. Consider re-staining your outdoor wooden furniture as well.

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