The mercury is creeping up and the swallows are back. It might not be summer yet, but it’s definitely time to start preparing for it. It isn’t just your wardrobe that needs a seasonal refresh. Your house, too, will benefit from care and attention after the winter months. Here are a few things to think about.
Air the house
Central heating, open fires and infrequently opened windows can all contribute to a musty, stale atmosphere. Combat this by opening the windows wide to let the air circulate through your home. Adding some greenery, in the form of plants, also helps improve air quality. Moreover, if you’re thinking of selling your home, any Gloucester estate agency will confirm that carefully placed houseplants can help attract buyers.
Outside maintenance
Spring is the ideal time to undertake any necessary roof repairs or wooden window frame maintenance. These sorts of jobs require a reasonable spell of good weather, so do keep an eye on the forecast.
Fridges and barbeques
Lazy summer afternoons often hinge on these two pieces of equipment. Now is the time to check that your fridge is clean, working properly and stocked with your favourite cold drinks. Check your barbecue too, for signs of rust or loose screws. Buy fuel in advance, as the first really hot weekend is not the time to be heading to the garden centre for charcoal.
Spring cleaning
The balmier temperatures and less frequent rain make Spring the traditional time for deep cleaning a house. You might be expecting summer visitors or you might be planning to put your home on the market. If you are hoping to sell your house this year, why not visit http://www.tgres.co.uk/ Gloucester’s number 1 Estate Agency?
Gardening
Don’t forget the garden. Even if you’re not green-fingered, keeping the lawn in good shape and planting some brightly coloured bedding plants in pots or borders can transform the look of your outside space. You might also want to add solar or low voltage lighting. Finally, remember to check the state of any outdoor furniture. Wooden chairs and tables may need a new layer of preservative, and you may wish to replace cushions or parasols. If you’re planning expensive new purchases, it may make sense to wait for a bank holiday weekend, when many of the big hardware chains offer discounts.