Spring Exterior Cleaning Checklist for Oakland County, MI Homeowners
Spring Exterior Cleaning Checklist for Oakland County, MI Homeowners
Spring in Oakland County, MI marks the end of a long, hard winter — and with it comes the annual task of assessing what the ice, salt, snow, and freeze-thaw cycles did to your home’s exterior. The good news: a thorough spring exterior cleaning sets your home up for a great-looking summer and prevents the kind of deferred maintenance that leads to expensive repairs. Use this checklist to make sure nothing gets missed.
1. Inspect and Clean Your Gutters
Winter is tough on gutters. Before spring rains arrive, check that:
- All gutters are clear of leaves, seeds, and debris from fall and winter
- Downspouts are unobstructed and draining freely away from your foundation
- Gutter hangers and fasteners are still secure — winter ice can loosen them
- There are no cracks, gaps, or separation at joints
Professional gutter cleaning includes interior clearing, downspout flushing, and exterior face cleaning to remove winter oxidation streaking.
2. Check Your Roof for Winter Damage
After Michigan’s winter, walk your property and look up at your roof for:
- Missing or lifted shingles from ice or wind
- Ice dam damage along the eaves
- Dark algae streaking that has spread over winter
- Moss or lichen growth (especially on north-facing slopes)
- Clogged or damaged flashing around chimneys and vents
If you see black streaking or biological growth, soft wash roof cleaning will remove it safely before it spreads further.
3. Soft Wash Your Home’s Siding
Winter leaves behind:
- Salt residue from road spray (for homes near busy streets)
- Algae and mold that germinated in fall moisture and wintered over
- Dirt and grime from snow blower exhaust and winter foot traffic
A professional soft wash house washing service removes all of this in a single appointment, restoring your siding’s original color and brightness.
4. Pressure Wash Your Driveway and Walkways
After a Michigan winter, driveways need attention:
- Salt deposits that etch and discolor concrete surfaces
- New oil stains from vehicles parked during cold months
- Algae and moss that emerges as temperatures warm up
- General grime and sand tracked in from road treatments
Professional concrete pressure washing removes all of these and prepares your surfaces for the season.
5. Clean Your Windows
Spring is the ideal time for exterior window cleaning. After months of grime, condensation film, and pollen season beginning, clean windows make a dramatic visual difference inside and outside your home.
6. Inspect Foundation and Exterior Trim
As you do your spring walkthrough, also check:
- Caulking around windows and doors — reseal any gaps
- Wood trim and fascia boards for signs of rot or paint failure
- Foundation vents — clear any debris or soil buildup
- Porch and deck surfaces for mold, splintering, or staining
7. Prepare Your Deck or Patio
Before outdoor entertaining season begins:
- Pressure wash or soft wash your deck depending on the material (wood requires soft washing)
- Inspect deck boards for rot, loose fasteners, or splinters
- Clean and inspect patio furniture for winter mold growth
- Power wash pool decks and surround areas before opening for the season
Let Curbology Exteriors Handle Your Spring Cleaning
Instead of tackling all of this yourself, many Oakland County homeowners schedule a spring exterior cleaning package with Curbology Exteriors — covering house washing, driveway cleaning, gutter cleaning, and window cleaning in a single visit. We serve all of Oakland County, MI including Birmingham, Bloomfield Hills, Troy, Rochester Hills, West Bloomfield, and Clarkston.
Contact us today to get on the spring schedule and start the season right.
