April Home Maintenance Checklist 

Time To Get Busy with Woodstock Hardware

April is the “go” month for outdoor work and projects.

With longer days and warmer weather, April is the time to dive into outdoor projects, refresh your garden and tackle seasonal maintenance. Let Woodstock Hardware help you make the most of spring with the tools, tips and supplies you need.

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April Around The House 

✓  Clean Gutters and Downspouts

    • If you missed this in the fall, clean gutters and downspouts to ensure proper water flow away from the foundation

✓  Inspect the Roof

    • Check for missing shingles or winter damage

✓  Seal Cracks in Foundations, Windows and Doors

    • Prevent drafts and water damage by sealing any cracks

✓  Spring Cleaning

    • Visit our Cleaning Department for more supplies and tips

✓  Clean and Shampoo Carpets

    • Freshen up your floors with a deep clean

✓  Wax Wood Furniture

    • Maintain the beauty of your wood furniture with a wax polish and make minor repairs

✓  Wash Woodwork

    • Clean moldings, baseboards, and doors
    • Consider enriching dry wood with lemon or orange oil

✓  Clean Light Fixtures and Chandeliers

    • Wash fixtures you can put in the dishwasher
    • Hand clean crystal or painted glass shades

✓  Dust Lampshades

    • Remove and dust lampshades outside to avoid dust buildup

✓  Wash Curtains and Drapes

    • Take down curtains and drapes to wash or dry clean

✓  Wash Mini-Blinds, Blinds, or Shades

    • Repair or replace any damaged blinds

✓  Go Through Bookshelves

    • Donate books you no longer need
    • Clean shelves and dust books before returning them to place

✓  Sort Through Computer Clutter

    • Recycle old or dead equipment and discard obsolete disks

✓  Polish Silver, Brass and Copper Pieces

    • Restore the shine to your metal pieces

✓  Clean Behind Appliances

    • Deep clean behind the fridge, stove, washer, and dryer

✓  Wash Windows Inside and Out

    • Get your windows sparkling clean for spring

✓  Declutter Closets, Garages and Basements

    • Organize your spaces, set aside garage sale items, and make donations

✓  Clean and Remove Debris from Under Your Deck

    • Prevent wildlife from nesting by removing clutter and debris

✓  Test Sump Pumps

    • Ensure your sump pump is ready for summer storms and heavy downpours

✓  Check Outside Faucets for Freeze Damage

    • Open faucets and inspect for freeze-related damage

✓  Replace Filters in HVAC System

    • Change filters to prepare for pollen season and the upcoming hot weather

✓  Service HVAC System

    • Schedule an appointment before the system gets backed up

✓  Inspect for Signs of Ants, Termites or Rodents

    • Check for any pest problems around your home

✓  Check Screens for Rips or Tears

    • Patch or replace screens to keep pests out

✓  Power Wash Decks, Patios, Porches and Driveways

    • Clean exterior surfaces to prepare for outdoor activities

April In The Yard

✓ Finish Raking Up Late Fall and Winter Debris

    • Clear remaining leaves, and debris to prepare your yard for Spring

✓ Check Children’s Play Equipment for Damage

    • Inspect and make necessary repairs to ensure safety

✓ Tune Up the Mower and Yard Equipment

    • If not done yet, visit Woodstock Hardware’s Small Engine Maintenance and Care Tips for more information: Link

✓ Apply Crab Grass Prevention Products

    • Apply in early April when forsythia blooms

✓ Mow the Lawn

    • Mow when grass reaches 4″ high, usually by the end of April

✓ Repair and Clean Patio Furniture

    • Remove mold or mildew and clean furniture before setting up

✓ Prepare Outdoor Living Space

    • Set up clean furniture, cushions, and umbrellas
    • Visit our Outdoor Living Department for more details

✓ Transplant Dormant Plants

    • Move plants that are dormant or just waking up to avoid transplant shock

✓ Fertilize Trees and Shrubs

    • Focus on young trees and shrubs for healthy growth

✓ Watch for Pests and Fungal Diseases

    • Monitor budding trees for early signs of pests or disease

✓ Visit Woodstock Hardware for Lawn and Garden Supplies

    • Stock up on tools, fertilizers, insecticides, and organic gardening products
    • Check out Woodstock Hardware’s Lawn and Garden Department and Green Lawn & Garden Supplies

✓ Open Your Spa or Pool

    • Prepare your pool with pH adjustment, shock treatment and new accessories
    • Visit our Outdoor Living Department for everything you need

✓ Get Gasoline and Oil Ready for Outdoor Equipment

    • Prepare supplies for your lawn mower, weed whacker, leaf blower and chainsaw
    • Visit our Small Engine Maintenance and Care Page for tips

✓ Shop for Outdoor Power Tools

    • Browse Woodstock Hardware’s selection of hedge trimmers, weed whackers, chainsaws, and leaf blowers in our Tool Department

April In The Garden

✓ Begin Spring Cleanup

    • Prune last year’s perennials and rake out garden beds
    • Avoid disturbing beneficial insect habitats for as long as possible

✓ Test Soil for pH

    • Test soil if you haven’t done so yet

✓ Add Compost or Organic Fertilizer

    • Refresh nutrients in garden beds for healthy growth

✓ Loosen and Turn Over Soil

    • Turn soil beds if they’re not too wet or soggy

✓ Transplant Late Summer and Fall Blooming Plants

    • Move plants like hosta, day lilies, and sedum to their new locations

✓ Stay Ahead of Weeds

    • April is the prime time to tackle weeds early

✓ Cut Back Herbs and Perennials

    • Trim herbs and perennials that may have been overlooked in late fall

✓ Remove Leftover Winter Mulch

    • Allow soil to warm up by removing any remaining mulch

✓ Clear Dead Plant Material

    • Clean out flower and vegetable beds

✓ Tidy Up Around Perennials and Shrubs

    • Keep the garden neat by maintaining plants and their surroundings

✓ Start Transplanting Cool Season Vegetables

    • Move cool-season veggies into the garden

✓ Check, Install, or Repair Garden Fences

    • Install or fix garden fences before growth begins and pests settle in

✓ Repair Shed, Fencing or Garden Structures

    • The end of the month is ideal for repairs before May painting
    • Complete repairs before plants grow too large

✓ Set Up Rain Barrels and Irrigation Systems

    • Prepare your garden for the warmer months with proper irrigation
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Make This Your Best Year of Homeownership Yet

With over 30 years of hands-on experience, Woodstock Hardware is your trusted local partner for professional advice, quality tools, and everything you need to keep your home, yard and garden thriving. 

We are here to help.