Welcome spring with a fresh, clean home
After a long winter, your home's exterior has taken a beating. Salt, sand, ice melt, and months of gray skies leave their mark. Here's a complete spring cleaning checklist for exterior surfaces.
Week 1: assessment and preparation
- Walk the property and note visible mold or mildew
- Check for winter damage
- Identify repairs needed before cleaning
- Close windows, cover exterior outlets, move furniture away from the house
Week 2: house washing
Siding, soffits and fascia, the foundation, and shutters and trim. Spring is ideal because moderate temperatures help cleaning solutions work without evaporating too quickly.
Week 3: hardscape
- Remove salt stains and winter debris from the driveway
- Treat oil stains
- Clean the patio or deck and prep for sealing
Week 4: details
- Exterior glass, screens, tracks and frames
- Gutters inside and out
- Outdoor furniture, planters and the grill area
How often, and when
- House siding: annually, April to May
- Deck or patio: annually, April
- Driveway: once or twice a year, April and October
- Windows: twice a year, April and September
- Gutters: twice a year, April and November
Let ClearWave handle your spring cleaning
Don't spend your spring weekends cleaning. We can complete your entire exterior refresh in a fraction of the time. Contact us for a spring cleaning package.