Spring Home Maintenance Checklist: A Homeowner's Guide
MARCH 18, 2026 | Home Care Buzz Experts | 3 minute read
Spring cleaning marks the shedding of winter’s grip as we transition to warmer, sunny days. It’s also the perfect time to repair any damage to your home during recent storms and tackle any preventative maintenance projects that have piled up.
We’ve filled our popular spring home maintenance checklist with important tasks for both the inside and the outside of your home. Most of these DIY spring home maintenance tips are straightforward, though you may want to hire a pro for some tasks like gutter cleaning.
It’s no wonder that a thorough household cleaning feels so invigorating. As you work your way through the checklist, you’ll feel a sense of rejuvenation as your home brightens with the season. And as a reward, once you’ve finished, indulge in the activities listed at the end of this blog to celebrate the many delights of spring.
Exterior Spring Home Maintenance Tips
- Rake leaves and other debris from your lawn, garden beds, and yard
- Plant summer-flowering bulbs
- Spread mulch in your garden beds and yard
- Gently power-wash decks and patios
- Clear gutters and downspouts of leaves and other debris
- Inspect the roof for missing, loose, or damaged shingles; get repairs as needed
- Wash off outdoor furniture
- Inspect your HVAC system and get a spring tune-up
- Update your welcome mat and spray-wash the front entryway to remove cobwebs and dirt
- Clean your BBQ grill and check the grill hoses and propane
- Check propane in outdoor heaters and fire pits
- Install a window air conditioning unit if needed
- Inspect your pool for any winter damage
- Prep your outdoor kitchen
- Wash windows and screens
- Examine your home’s foundation for any cracks
- Remove any lingering pest smells, such as skunk odors, and so on
- Check windows for air gaps and insulate windows that need it
- Wash exterior walls and light fixtures (and replace bulbs if needed)
Interior Spring Home Maintenance Tips
- Flip mattresses and wash mattress pad covers
- Wash all bedding and store away winter blankets
- Replace old, flattened pillows
- Dust ceiling fans
- Replace HVAC filters
- Replace the batteries in smoke and carbon monoxide detectors
- Shampoo or steam-clean soiled carpets and rugs
- Wipe down windows, including window sills
- Dust window shutters and blinds, and clean any washable curtains
- Take care of any DIY bathtub/shower repairs
- Clean the dryer vent
- Wipe down kitchen and bathroom countertops, and cabinet pulls/handles
- Clean your oven and refrigerator, both inside and out
- Change your refrigerator filter and vacuum refrigerator coils
- Inspect and replace showerheads if needed
- Check for pests, mold, and mildew
- Examine your faucets for leaks
- Inspect your basement for any winter water damage
- Clean your fireplace mantle to remove any soot or discoloration
- Vacuum baseboards
Step into Springtime Fun
Spring home maintenance for new homeowners and seasoned owners alike helps everything feel refreshed. The heaviness of winter is replaced by the sparkling gleam of clean surfaces and light-filled warmth. And once your home is full of renewed energy, it’s time to have some fun and celebrate the wonders of spring!
- Plant colorful flowers in your front entryway
- Make a bird feeder
- Repaint your front door in a vibrant springtime shade
- Fill a vase with tulips or other pretty blossoms
- Adopt or foster a spring puppy or kitten
- Celebrate the season with a picnic
- Fly a kite on a breezy afternoon
- Visit your local farmers' market
- Host a backyard BBQ using your freshly cleaned grill
- Hike your favorite trail or try a new one
- Bake a strawberry shortcake
- Plant a delicious garden with vegetables and herbs
- Take a walk among spring wildflowers
Home Maintenance for Every Season
Our spring home maintenance checklist covers a variety of essential homeowner tasks. Staying on top of seasonal home maintenance is one of the best ways to keep your house in top shape. Here are more seasonal checklists so you’ll be ready to dive in once the weather changes:
Home Protection Made Easy
Protecting your home inside and out is easy with a spring home maintenance checklist to guide you. Another easy way to protect your home is with a First American home warranty. Our plans give homeowners a convenient repair/replacement solution when their covered household appliances and systems unexpectedly break.
You can cover your refrigerator, oven, range, cooktop, washer, dryer, plumbing, electrical, HVAC systems, and much more. Coverage options and add-ons are also available, including our popular HVAC tune-up, which includes two preseason HVAC checkups — one in spring and one in fall.
Get a free quote today and learn more about our comprehensive coverage and its many benefits.
The contents of this article are provided for general guidance only. First American Home Warranty does not assume any responsibility for losses or damages as a result of using this information.
Please be aware that if you disassemble a covered system or item, it can invalidate your home warranty or manufacturer's warranty.
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