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Spring has to be Right Around the Corner - Doesn't it?

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Real Estate Agent with Prudential Rubloff

Think Spring, Think MaintenanceWheaton Illinois

Spring is a season of renewal. So not surprisingly, real estate activity begins to swing into high gear. The weather is more cooperative and people want to get out of their cars.

If you are considering putting your home on the market, now's a good time to do some pre-spring and spring maintenance to make sure your home is in top shape. 

Walk Around the Outside

  • Check for any damage caused by winter's cold weather. Look for sagging and loose gutters, window frames or siding. Is your roof missing any shingles, or is there any water damage under the eaves?
  • Over the fall and winter, leaves, mud and debris may have accumulated in your gutters. Check your gutters for clogging and damage and schedule an appointment for cleaning.
  • Walk around your yard as if you were a first-time visitor. What impression does your home make? Be sure to clear away fallen branches and leaves. Prune shrubs and trees.
  • Don't forget the backyard! Is it time to condition your deck? Be sure to hammer in any loose nails, or replace them with galvanized deck screws. Replace any broken boards or rails. Consider renting a power washer to clean dirt and mildew from the wood, and then apply an all-weather sealer or stain.
  • Repair any broken fence boards and paint or seal them as needed. Wash windows, screens and windowsills; repair any winter damage.            

Although performing these spring chores may be a dreaded task, they go a long way in maintaining and even enhancing the attractiveness and quality your home; once the snow melts!

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