As the buds burst on flowering shrubs and the birds sing in the trees, spring cleaning is a grand tradition that signals the end of a long winter. Do-it-yourself home improvement goes hand-in-hand with spring cleaning, maximizing this time of rejuvenation and motivation. As you’re washing windows inside and out, cleaning under and around furniture and appliances, wiping down sliding door and window tracks, dusting light fixtures and crown molding, beating rugs, sweeping off the porch or deck, reestablishing the outdoor furniture, and all of the other associated chores, give the house a close inspection down to the tiniest nooks and crannies.
The reward? If homeowner pride isn’t enough, just think of all the guilt-free summer parties and hot lazy afternoons that can be enjoyed in the coming seasons with a cleanly maintained and upgraded house.
