APRIL HOME CHECKLIST

April is the time to refresh your home’s systems and surfaces, and to do away with any lingering traces of old man winter. Spring into action this month by completing these simple tasks - and your home will be ready to shine in the sunny months ahead.

1 Hearth and home: Clean the fireplace. Empty ashes. Clean gas jets in hearth.

2 Good as new: Oil fireplace accessories.

3 Daylight Savings Time means: Check smoke alarm batteries.

4 Take a walk on the outside: Check the exterior of house for any areas needing repair or paint.

5 Goodbye winter: Take down storm doors and windows.

6 First screening: Inspect, repair and vacuum window screens.

7 Hello spring! Clean your windows and let the sun shine in!

8 Blind spot: Clean your blinds or bring in the pros.

9 Beauty treatment: Clean drapes and other window treatments. Wash what you can, dry clean what you can, call professionals for the rest.

10 Finishing touches: Clean your furniture and upholstery.