With spring approaching it's time to fix things up around the house. The winter months may have left behind several problem areas. If you check your gutters I'm sure they need to be cleared of debris. If you noticed any drafts through your doors or windows you may need caulking or weather striping to create an air tight seal.

If you have a wooden deck or concrete patio you may consider pressure washing and sealing them. Start planning your patio or deck decor by shopping for outdoor furniture and plants. Check out your grill and prep it by cleaning the grates and filling the propane bottle for your first cookout. This can be a real exciting time of year for the entire family.

For most areas of the country the time is near for fertilizing your lawn and putting out grass seed where needed. The reward of a nice plush green lawn is just around the corner. Brighten up your exterior with flowering shrubs and nice pots of perennials. This will create a very appealing look surrounding your home.

Spring cleaning time is a lot of work, buy it's also very refreshing, so hang in there. The windows will need to be washed inside and out. Check all of your screens to insure that you can allow the fresh spring air to blow through your home and not those pesky bugs.

A fresh coat of paint can brighten up your home like a sunny day. You may want to consider replacing those old and faded outlet covers with new ones to complete this fresh new look.

Carpet cleaning will give your home a fresh clean look and feel. In preparation for spring rains make sure you have rugs at all your entry ways to keep those floors clean. Heat and air vents can easily be replaced or painted to match your decor.

Inside your home you can replace some of your darker shades of fall and winter greenery or flower arrangements with brighter shades to create a springtime more energy building atmosphere. The cheerfulness and efficiency your efforts have created will bring daily rewards. Hang a colorful wreath on the front door and welcome the season.

I know this may sound like a lot of work and money, but just take it one step at a time. Visit your local discount home center for the best prices on everything you'll need to spruce up your home.

If you are a do-it-yourself person, you will be surprised on how little these projects will cost you.