How to Get the Exterior of Your House Ready for Spring in 3 Easy Steps

A little sprucing up can go a long way when it comes to the exterior of your home.

When creating a place to sit it is important to keep these things in mind:

· Exterior wood needs to be treated or naturally resistant to decay 

· A roof can give you a nice place to sit in the shade, avoid bird droppings or a light rain

· If you build a structure yourself make sure to work with your local building department to make sure your structure is built to code and safe for your family and friends.

Things to consider while repairing your siding and trim:

· If you are patching large areas of missing or deteriorated siding you should install a house wrap over the sheathing

· Used wood grip split less siding nails when working with cedar siding

· Caulk gaps or cracks in the siding

Some things to consider when painting:

· Scrape loose paint

· Prime bare wood

· Pick colors that will look good with your roof and neighborhood