Eight Household Tips for Spring

Temperatures are rising and it is finally starting to feel like spring. As we move into the warmer months, it often signifies a time of renewal both with nature and in terms of your home life. With this in mind, here are eight household tips to prepare you for Spring.

 

Change Your HVAC Filters

 

Complete Protection™ Home Warranty knows a thing or two about HVACs and it is important to regularly change your filters. Spring is the perfect time to do this. Changing the filter will improve the quality of air inside your home and prevent additional wear on your system, making it last longer, meaning you’ll be less likely to need to give us a call.

 

Clean Dryer Vents

 

Even if you regularly empty the lint filter on your dryer, a lot of lint will still find its way into your ducts. Take some time to clean your dryer hose and vent to remove any lint that is stuck. This help ensure you avoid accumulation which could make your dryer less efficient and potentially lead to a fire.

 

Check Washing Machine Hoses

 

While appliances don’t need a ton of maintenance, spring is still a good time to check the hoses on your washing machine. This is particularly true for rubber hoses. Eventually these will crack and cause small leaks. Finding the leaks and replacing them quickly can reduce the need to repair damaged flooring or walls.

 

Wash Your Windows

 

Washing windows is a task that many people dislike. Fortunately, it is also one you don’t have to do very often. In fact, washing your windows each spring should be all you need to keep them in good shape. Be sure to clean your blinds or curtains as well when you take time to do this. You’ll feel great once it’s crossed off your list.

 

Take a Look at Your Roof

 

While a roof will typically last up to thirty years, it is important to periodically check it for damage. Walk around your home and take a look at the roof each spring. If you see missing shingles, broken seals, or cracks, you’ll want to call in a roofer to make repairs before you have to deal with water damage.

 

Clean Gutters

 

Speaking of your roof, a major part of roof maintenance is routinely cleaning the gutters. Doing this once in the spring and once in the fall is a great idea. Cleaning gutters helps prevent leaks and prevents the development of issues like mildew.

 

Change Batteries in Safety Systems

 

Smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detectors can save your life. But they need to have proper power to do so. Change batteries every spring to ensure that they stay functional. Being alerted quickly can save your life and also save you lots of money by preventing a fire from spreading.

 

Declutter Your Home

 

A clean home is a happy home for many people. Spring is notably a time for “spring cleaning.” Engage in this by decluttering your home. Organize one room at a time. While doing so, make note of anything you haven’t used in the past year and consider selling or donating it. Don’t forget areas that tend to accumulate junk like the basement and garage.

 

Final Thoughts

 

Spring is a great time to put in effort into taking care of your home and engaging in regular maintenance. Making a checklist of spring tasks is a great way to do this. You’ll be surprised at everything you can accomplish in even one weekend. Many of these tasks are important for protecting your home. Of course, if you want to get peace of mind while protecting your home, you can always turn to Complete Protection Home Warranty.