It’s been a harsh winter around here! But as the calendar turns to March, we’re thrilled to know that soon the weather will turn warmer and spring will eventually arrive…

In the meantime, the extreme weather conditions have left many of us with home improvement projects related to heavy snow fall – such as ice dams and water intrusion.  If you’re considering putting your home on the market this spring here are a few simple yet important suggestions:

Watch for Spring Thaw

- Have a roofing contractor inspect and/or resolve any known or suspected issues, saving you time with an upcoming home inspection.

- With the heavy snow we also expect potential water issues as the spring thaw begins, so be sure to be proactive about preventing those as well.

- Curb appeal and first impressions are so important! To prepare the exterior of your home, clear away debris, clean up garden beds and take care of minor outdoor repairs, such as damaged fence posts or garage doors.

- Use a hose or power washer to clean siding, as well as decks, retaining walls and concrete foundations.

- Also think about painting or freshening up all doors, walkways and steps for safety and aesthetic reasons.

- And lastly, window boxes or planters with colorful flowers are perfect to put the finishing spring touches on your home!