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Now that spring is here and the weather is starting to improve, the outdoor fun is beginning—and so are the chores. We’ve put together a list of projects for your home that can be tackled this spring. Although some of the tasks below are DIY projects that you can do on your own, others are best left to the pros. Read below for our list of 10 easy spring projects for your home:

1. Spring-cleaning

Give your house a thorough cleaning for spring. Start by wiping walls, windows, counters, as well as appliances and dusting your entire home. Also be sure to clean textiles such as rugs and window treatments. This will get your home feeling fresh for spring.

2. Paint

One of the best ways to freshen up your home is by giving it a new coat of paint. Painting can be a fun family project if you have the tools and determination, but if it isn’t for you, hire a painter to get the job done.

3. Gardening

Plant some new colourful flowers to bring life to your yard. Additionally, mulching is not only good for your garden, but it will enhance the curb appeal of your home. Visit your local garden centre to find the products you need or if you have bigger plans in mind, hire a gardener or landscaper.

4. Caulk around windows

This is a perfect DIY project because the product is cheap and it’s easy to do. Caulking around the windows will help to keep the cool air in and the hot air out as the temperatures start to rise heading into summer. It will also help to make sure water doesn’t get inside and rot the window frame.

5. Clean the gutters

Clean out your eavestroughs so that when it starts to rain, there is nothing blocking the water flow. Although this seems like a good DIY project it can lead to accidents, so this is another job that should be done by a professional. 

6. Deck maintenance

After a long winter your deck probably has a lot of build up dirt. If you have a pressure washer, you can easily clean your deck to get it looking new again and if that’s not enough, consider staining it. This is another job that you can either tackle on your own or choose to hire a pro. However, if your deck needs structural repairs you should definitely call a reputable decking company.

7. Fertilize your lawn

Once all the snow melts it’s important to give your lawn the nutrients it needs to grow back greener than ever. This is a job you will most likely be able to do on your own so head over to your local garden centre for information about suitable products.

8. Clean your air conditioner

Cleaning your AC unit will help to make sure it runs smoothly on those hot spring days and all throughout the summer months. This post explains how to clean your air conditioner in great detail.

9. Pest Control

Take preventative measures like sealing entry points, keeping food in closed containers and eliminating standing water. If you find you do have some unwanted guests, a professional pest control company is likely necessary to get rid of them because the average homeowner doesn’t have the right tools and products.

10. Clean the pool

If you have a pool, it’s time to start thinking about getting it ready for summer. Again, whether or not you choose to clean and maintain your pool yourself or have a pool company take care of it is up to you.

We want to help link you to professionals in your neighbourhood so you can spend more time with your friends and family this spring and less time doing chores. We also want you to get the best work done, so it’s important to read 411.ca reviews before choosing a pro for your project.

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