{"id":426,"date":"2021-03-26T21:03:26","date_gmt":"2021-03-26T21:03:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/shine-windowcleaning.com\/okc-metro-ok\/blog\/how-to-spring-clean-the-outside-of-your-home\/"},"modified":"2026-10-14T22:15:51","modified_gmt":"2026-10-14T22:15:51","slug":"how-to-spring-clean-the-outside-of-your-home","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/shine-windowcleaning.com\/okc-metro-ok\/blog\/how-to-spring-clean-the-outside-of-your-home\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Spring Clean the Outside of Your Home"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We are excited to talk today about how to spring clean the outside of your home. While cleaning your home is an important part of your life, ensuring that the exterior of your house is sparkling will make you feel even better. Increase your home\u2019s curb appeal, feel like you\u2019ve bought a brand new home, and become the envy of the neighbors by cleaning the outside of your home!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><br \/>Everyone gives a great spring cleaning checklist for the inside of the home, but who talks about the outside of the house? Cleaning your doors, windows, patio, deck, pool area, grill, and driveway is crucial! As you do spring cleaning in your home once a year, you should at least give the outside of your home that much attention once a year! Let\u2019s dive in!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Doors and Windows<\/strong>:\u00a0It\u2019s a good idea to clean windows and doors to get rid of dirt and grime that has accumulated there from the elements of the winter. You can use a microfiber cloth with a proper cleaning solution to do a deep clean or hire a professional to do the door and\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.shine-windowcleaning.com\/our-services\/window-cleaning\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">window washing<\/a>\u00a0for you. Shine\u00ae will make sure your glass surfaces shine like new! Check your window glass for any chips or areas in need of repair, and don\u2019t forget to repair or replace any broken or loose door and\/or window screens. Touch up any paint chips on your doors and window sills to create\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.shine-windowcleaning.com\/okc-metro\/about-us\/blog\/2021\/february\/why-you-should-have-clean-windows-before-listing\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">instant curb appeal<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>House Washing<\/strong>:\u00a0It\u2019s a smart idea to get a great\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.shine-windowcleaning.com\/our-services\/house-washing\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">house washing<\/a>. In fact, according to\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.consumerreports.org\/cro\/magazine\/2015\/03\/top-5-ways-to-boost-the-value-of-your-home\/index.htm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Consumer Reports<\/a>, you can increase the value of your home by up to 5% by getting a great pressure washing job done. Shine up your vinyl siding or garage door with a power washer completed by a professional! Now is the perfect time to hire a professional to pressure wash the outside of your home. A professional pressure washing company will wash your porch, driveway, siding, sidewalk, patio, pool area, deck, and more. For the\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.shine-windowcleaning.com\/our-services\/pressure-washing\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">perfect pressure washer job<\/a>\u00a0with the right equipment, work with Shine\u00ae.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Gutters<\/strong>:\u00a0As part of your\u00a0spring cleaning checklist, you must check out your gutters! Simply washing them out with a garden hose is usually not good enough. You need to power wash your gutters to remove the leaves, grime, and dirt that has accumulated there. Hire a professional to do the job for you, as they have the ladders and long-handled equipment needed to do the job right. At Shine\u00ae, we make sure your\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.shine-windowcleaning.com\/our-services\/gutter-cleaning\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">gutter cleaning<\/a>\u00a0is done in the best way possible! We thrive on quality!<\/li>\n<li><strong>Patio, Deck, and Porch:<\/strong>\u00a0Spruce up your patio furniture by giving it a good cleaning with dish soap and water. Add archways, trellises, gazebos, benches, and pergolas if you so desire. Call Shine\u00ae or visit our website for a\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.shine-windowcleaning.com\/okc-metro\/get-a-free-estimate\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">free estimate<\/a>\u00a0for pressure washing these outdoor areas. We\u2019ll take care of all of it, so you don\u2019t have to!<\/li>\n<li><strong>Pool Area<\/strong>:\u00a0It\u2019s important to have your pool and pool area, including your wood decks or pathways, cleaned by a professional. Shine\u00ae will\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.shine-windowcleaning.com\/our-services\/pressure-washing\/patio-and-pool\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">pressure wash<\/a>\u00a0these areas for you. Don\u2019t forget to organize your pool equipment and skim the pool or pond for any critters before having your first pool party of the season!<\/li>\n<li><strong>Landscaping:<\/strong>\u00a0Be sure to organize your lawn and gardening equipment. Take care of any mowing or landscaping needs your property has. This may mean pruning your trees, shrubs, and\/or bushes. Clean up your gardening beds, remove any broken branches, and rake the leaves up. Repot or freshen up any porch plants you may have.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Fence Repair<\/strong>:\u00a0loose fence boards, apply touch-up paint, and add water sealant if necessary. Be sure to note any other home improvement projects you may need to do in the future as you notice them.<\/li>\n<li><strong>House Painting:<\/strong>\u00a0It may be time to add some touch-up paint to your home, as well. If a full paint job is needed, you may be wise to hire a professional rather than do it yourself.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Driveway, Sidewalk, and Walkway<\/strong>:\u00a0Be sure to clean up any trash or weeds in or on your driveway, sidewalk, porch, patio, or other outdoor areas. If you see a problem area with insects or critters, hire a pest control company right away.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Grill and Outdoor Dining<\/strong>:\u00a0Before your first summer barbeque, sort and organize your grill equipment and clean up your grill. Scrub away any dirt, grease, or grime that appears on your grill and make it shiny and new-looking. For more grill cleaning tips, check out this article from\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.realsimple.com\/home-organizing\/cleaning\/grill-cleaning-tips\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Real Simple<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Roof<\/strong>:\u00a0It is recommended that you leave the roofing jobs to the professionals, but you might be able to inspect your roof to monitor its health or get a free inspection from a local company. They will check for missing shingles, nails, and other issues.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Pet House<\/strong>:\u00a0Clean up your dog\u2019s home. Organize any toys or pet equipment you may have lying around your backyard. You might even use a garden hose to wash down your fur baby\u2019s home to make it sparkle bright! Likewise, if you have other outdoor toys that belong to you and your children, clean those up and get organized.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Holiday Lighting<\/strong>:\u00a0As the holiday season has passed, it may be time to remove holiday lighting and decorations if you haven\u2019t already done so.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Garage, Shelter, and Shed<\/strong>:\u00a0Now is a great time to do the spring cleaning of your garage! Plus, if you have a tornado or storm shelter, it\u2019s time to prepare and clean that area as well. You\u2019ll want to go through a tornado prep list to fully prepare for tornado season this spring in Oklahoma! The Red Cross has a great\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.redcross.org\/content\/dam\/redcross\/get-help\/pdfs\/tornado\/EN_Tornado-Safety-Checklist.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">tornado safety checklist<\/a>\u00a0you can refer to. It\u2019s\u00a0time to declutter\u00a0your garage, shelter area, and tool shed! When you declutter your garage, be sure to donate any unused tools and sporting equipment to the Goodwill or Salvation Army. If you have any unusable equipment or tools, go ahead and toss them. To clean your garage thoroughly, wipe down any shelves or shelving units you have and any cobwebs you see. Using a good cleaning solution and rag, clean off your surfaces. Be sure you sweep and mop the garage as well. When you are done, don\u2019t forget to enjoy a job well done!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You should now have a good idea of how to spring clean the outside of your home. We\u2019ve covered how to clean your windows and doors, patio, porch, sidewalks, driveway, house siding, and pool area. You should now have a sparkling clean home if you\u2019ve followed this checklist to the fullest extent!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Ready to enlist the help of the professionals? At Shine\u00ae, we are more than happy to help clean the outside of your home! In fact, we even do\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.shine-windowcleaning.com\/our-services\/additional-services\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">indoor detail cleaning<\/a>!\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.shine-windowcleaning.com\/okc-metro\/contact-us\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Contact us<\/a>\u00a0today for more information on how we can best help meet your needs!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>We are excited to talk today about how to spring clean the outside of your home. While cleaning your home is an important part of your life, ensuring that the exterior of your house is sparkling will make you feel even better. 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