Spring and Summer tips

How to best refresh your home following the winter season

Spring Forward

Longer days, blossoming flowers, birds chirping throughout the day…all telltale signs of  the outdoors coming to life.  Here are some helpful tips on how to ensure your home is prepared for the change of seasons.

Curb Appeal and Maintenance

Welcome your guest with a burst of color with a freshly
painted front door that compliments your brick or siding.

Trim your bushes, hedges and trees.  Add beautiful spring flowers and fresh mulch to showcase your home and spotlight your yard.

Don’t forget to remove all the leaves and debris from your gutters and
have those windows cleaned inside and out.

Add Color

If you’re looking to do a major project that won’t break the bank try painting. Paint is the least expensive way to completely transform a space.

Change your throw pillows or area rugs to something lighter, brighter and colorful for a simple Spring and Summer look.

Nothing says Spring like fresh flowers. They will add beautiful color and a nice scent to your home.

Declutter

Spring is the perfect time to get rid of stuff you haven’t used in some time.  It’s time to clean out the dresser drawers, kitchen cabinets, closets and garage. Make sure that everything in your keep pile has a home.

Change Your Home Scent

If you burn candles, wax or use wall plug fragrances, change your
home scent. Use a light, fresh airy scents for the Spring and Summer.

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Outdoor Living

Extend your living space to your deck or patio. Create rooms with outdoor area rugs and furnishings. Add solar lighting to set the mood.

Open Windows

Let the fresh air in! Spring air is nice and fresh. Move that stale Winter
air out of your home.

Patio/Deck Gardens

If you don’t want the commitment of a large garden consider an herb
garden or a small patio or deck garden. Planter boxes and flower pots are perfect for planting strawberries, herbs and vegetables.