10 Outdoor Spring Cleaning Projects

Spring cleaning is not exciting for a lot of us. But it should be done. As the winter come to an end and we start looking forward to spring, something within us tells us to get our homes in order by cleaning, organizing and throwing away things we’ve collected throughout the winter.

But who says spring cleaning is only for the inside of your house?
The exterior of your house could use a little tidying up after a cold, dreary winter, too!

It’s Time For Home Exterior Cleaning

Here are home exterior cleaning projects that will really improve the appearance of your house in Greensboro NC, and, even more important, will provide much-needed maintenance and care that will save you a lot of money over the years ahead.

1. Gutter Cleaning

Spring is the best time of year to clean out your gutters, because so many leaves and debris accumulate in the fall and winter. Pollen is at its highest in spring, making a big mess in your gutters and downspouts if they are not properly cleaned.

Plus, pests and animals are scavenging for places to build homes in spring, so getting your gutters cleaned out will help to prevent an infestation in your home.

Gutter cleaning will consist of cleaning the inside of your gutters, removing mold, mildew and stains and restoring them to a like-new appearance.

2. Window Cleaning

Residential window cleaning is necessary for spring cleaning. Ground floor windows won’t give you too much of a headache, but second and third floor windows are tougher to reach.

Cleaning windows by hand is a hard chore, and will require a lot of tools, not to mention climbing up and down a ladder! A soft wash or professional cleaning of your exterior windows is the perfect way to get the panes and the outer frame nice and clean.

3. Pressure Washing

You do not want clean gutters and windows on a dirty house. That means you will want to pressure wash your house too!

Pressure washing is quick, effective and doesn’t cost very much. You can pressure clean your house, outdoor furniture, concrete patios, porches and walkways with very little effort. It will knock off dirt and mud so they won’t stain your house, and you can prevent the spread of mold, mildew and allergens.

4. Driveway Cleaning

Clearing off your driveway and giving it a good cleaning might seem counter-productive because you will be driving on it, but actually, a clean, well-maintained driveway can increase the curb appeal of your house.

A professional pressure washing company can do wonders when it comes to driveway cleaning, whether it’s concrete, asphalt, stone or some other material. Also, think about adding a gravel or mulch border to your driveway to really help it pop!

5. Patio Cleaning

Your patio gets the most use during the summer, so it is easy to forget about it in the winter since you are not doing a lot of outdoor entertaining, leisure or grilling. Your patio can be in pretty bad shape the first time you step onto it in spring.

Soap and water – and a little hard work – are sometimes be enough for patio cleaning, but if there are signs of mold or algae, you might need to think about a more serious option, like professional power washing, to guarantee that friends and family can safely enjoy your patio all summer.

6. Roof Cleaning

Algae and moss are common roof issues in Greensboro NC. While you’re cleaning the exterior of your house, it’s a great time to pressure clean your roof too, but you will have to use a different method than what you use for the rest of your home’s exterior cleaning.

If you start to notice streaks on your roof, algae is most likely the reason. Moss is fairly obvious, too. These contaminants can’t be scrubbed off of shingles, nor can you pressure wash the roof. Both of these methods will damage the shingles on your roof.

The ideal method for roof cleaning is to spray the shingles with a half-bleach, half-water solution and let it be. This solution will eliminate all organic organisms on your roof without reducing its lifespan.

7. Spruce up the Front

The front of your house is likely what most people see, so make the best impression you can for visitors and for yourself! Returning home to a clean exterior will immediately improve your day, and will even encourage you to spend more time outside.

Clean your front porch with soap and water or a good pressure wash. Wipe cobwebs and mud off of the front door, and consider painting it a new color for a really bright look! Clean overlooked areas such as the porch ceiling, light fixtures and ceiling fans, too.

8. Organize Garden Tools

You will be spending more time outside, so spring is an excellent time to organize the things you will need for outdoor chores.

Yard tools and pool care equipment should all have an assigned place outside your house – a place that it is safe from weather and out of sight so it is not a constant eyesore. Taking the time to organize in the spring allows you to appreciate the exterior of your house so much more during the time of year when you are going to spend the most time outside.

9. Lawn Care & Landscaping

Your lawn, trees and garden bushes make a big impact on the look of your house.

Get rid of weeds near your flower beds and walkways and driveway, till up areas where you will be planting in the future and sweep off walkways. You can spray pre-emergent weed poison to make lawn care easier on yourself throughout the summer. Trim all bushes too.

10. Clean the Grill

After being unused for several months, your gas or charcoal grill could need a good cleaning, too. Leftover grease and food from your grill are definitely unappetizing, but they can make you and your family sick.

Wet it down to get rid of leftover ash, then scrub the grates with a plastic scrubber (so you do not leave behind particles that can sometimes get into food) and a basic detergent or degreaser.

You can probably finish all of these projects over the course of a few weekends but it is going to be a lot of hard work. Instead, give us a call! Greensboro Pressure Washing offers professional residential exterior cleaning services for patio cleaning, roof cleaning, driveway cleaning, pressure washing and more!