The Boring Stuff: Jobs You Need To Around The House Before Spring
There is nothing worse than housework when you have other – more fun – things to be getting on with. You could be chilling out with a good book, or off seeing friends. But there are chores to be done and you need to get started early. Sooner started, sooner finished, and the book and friends will be waiting for you when you’re done.
There are no chores that are particularly great, but the ones we have listed for you below are a must before the warmer seasons begin. Let’s take a look!
Clear Dryer Filters
Did you know that there is a lot of lint in the ducts of your dryer? This occurs even when you empty the lint filter after every load. You have an outdoor vent on your home that gets rid of it all, but if the shrubs have covered it, or winter snow, there could be a back-up issue. Clearing it all away and getting rid of the extra lint is going to make a big difference.
Clean Your Water Heater Tank
In the same way that you need cleaning products from Septic Solutions Inc. to clean the septic water tank, you need the right cleaning products for your water heater tank, too. If you have a water tank, you’ll notice that sediment collects at the bottom. This can lead to leaks and issues with the mechanics. So, avoid those issues with a good clean!
Pest Control
Whether you’re getting rid of birds who have set up home in the attic, or you’re sorting mice in the walls, you need to get in the professionals to get rid of the extra house guests. Not only are they not paying rent, they’re going to cause holes in the walls and eat through the insulation.
Break Out The Window Cleaning Supplies
Washing the windows may sound like a job for the professionals, but all you need is some vinegar and newspaper! Get the windows sponged down with vinegar, then use the newspaper to clean it off. Splash then with some warm soapy water, and use a squeegee to get the edges sorted. For upstairs windows you can use a long handled squeegee, or call in the professionals!
Get The Gutters Going
Winter brings all kinds of mess and critters to your roof. They make nests in the gutters and they line the roof with their debris. Add to this the snow, ice and wind that will bring every piece of rubbish to the guttering – and you need to get the gutters going. Cleaning them out requires two of you; someone to clean them and someone to hold the ladder so you don’t fall! You shouldn’t leave the gutters to it this spring. The debris can cause blockages that will be a big problem for you when your rainwater no longer drains correctly.
Getting the boring jobs done is an utter pain, but if you do them right, you can ensure that you are living in a clean and tidy home. And everyone wants that!
