Longer days and warmer temperatures mean it’s time to seize the opportunity to get outside and accomplish those outdoor chores. Here’s a to-do list to get you motivated.
- If you haven’t already, it’s time to prep the lawn and garden beds for spring and summer. Apply fertilizer and weed control and clear any remaining leaves and debris.
- Perform a lawn gear inventory. Get the lawnmower blade sharpened and check the weed eater and hedge trimmer. If necessary, have them serviced.
- If you have an automatic sprinkler system, have it serviced and turned on for the season.
- If a summer vegetable garden is in your future, check with local experts for the last freeze date in your area, and then let the planting begin.
- Check outdoor screens on windows and doors, and replace or repair any damage. Check windows to make sure they open and shut properly.
- After those last pesky leaves have fallen, schedule gutters and downspouts to be cleaned.
- Give a little TLC to your potted plants. Pull out dead plants and replace potting soil before planting for the spring and summer season.
- Inspect your driveway, sidewalks, patios, and pathways for cracks or other damage caused by harsh winter weather. Call to schedule maintenance or repairs.
- Inventory your front porch, back patio and other outdoor entertainment areas. Clean, repair or replace seating areas, cushions, and lighting, so you’re ready to host family and friends.
- Replace air conditioning filters and schedule routine maintenance on your cooling system to prevent a major breakdown during the hottest months.
- For procrastinators, take advantage of a rainy day and finish the taxes. Even though the government has granted a pandemic extension, who wants to be stuck inside during May.
