Spring is the most amazing season of all. It comes after the dull days of winter, full of colors and flowers. During this season we want nothing more than a home as cheery as the flowers bursting into blossom outside. Here’s a list of how to prepare your home for winter –
1. Thoroughly Clean the House
In the beginning of a new season, cleaning of the house is the first step to welcome the season. Cleaning every area neatly will make the environment of your house fresher. Cleaning the inside of the house is very important too. Cleaning the rugs, furniture, curtains, baseboards, outlets and faucets will help to keep your home clean and ready for the spring.
2. Clean Out Your Gutters
When water doesn’t flow away from the foundation, clogged gutters can cause damage to your home and can clog your toilet. That’s why never be ignorant to clean the gutters of your house. Remove leaves and twigs with gloved hands or a large gutter scoop. Use a hose to flush out the gutters after you’re done cleaning. With this process, you’ll also find any leaks that need to be repaired. If any repair is required, you can patch a leaky gutter yourself.
3. Check Your HVAC Unit
Air conditioning is very important while the weather starts to get warmer. Cleaning and servicing the whole HVAC unit will help to ensure that your air conditioning is running in tip top shape for the upcoming weather. To prepare your HVAC system for spring, make sure to check the integrity of the indoor and outdoor units. If there is any repair that needs to be done this is the best time to find out and fix it.
4. Clean Your Windows
Take some time to wash windows from both inside and out. As, windows can get very dirty on both inside and the outside during the winter. To keep the air in your home fresh as well as clean it would be very helpful. While cleaning, find out if there is any necessity of repairs.
5. Change the Decor of Your Home
To get ready for the spring, change the decor of your house. You can add greenery to the room and it will help you to lighten up the room and get the feel of spring. Simply move the furniture around and this is a cheaper way to change the decor. Through this process, you can get rid of any old pieces of furniture or decorations that are damaged or simply unwanted.
6. Prep Your Closets
To prepare for spring, Preparing the closet is very important. Pack your winter clothes. If you don’t have a year-round closet, start by packing the heavy-duty winter jackets, snow boots, and other winter clothing items. Get rid of items you don’t need. Unpack your spring and summer clothes. Assess your storage space.
7. Use Flowers to Style Your Space
To remind everything coming to life outside, you can bring the branches and buds inside your house. The spring season is all about adorning your home with sprawling arrangements that will make you smile. To do so, you can have a handful of daffodils from the garden or buy a spring wreath.
