With the cold weather coming to an end in Myrtle Beach, you may want to begin thinking about some spring home improvements that can help you to enjoy your home a great deal more.  Beyond cleaning out closets and planting flowers you may need to do some repairs and replacements of things that have made it through the winter but need a touch of tender loving maintenance.  Some of these projects can be done by you, the homeowner, but if you lack the skills and expertise to accomplish them ask your professional realtor for suggestions of reputable contractors who can do a good job for you in a timely and affordable fashion.

Replace Windows

If your home felt drafty this past winter and you have single-pane windows you should replace them with upgraded windows that will make your home more energy efficient.  It may be a costly project but the money that you’ll save on your energy bill throughout the year can help to recoup the costs that you invest in new windows. 

Check Your Heating System and Replace Filters

After a harsh winter like this last one here along the Grand Strand, you should have your heat pump checked and scheduled maintenance performed on it before the warm days of summer begin.  Your filters should be changed on a monthly basis to keep your heat pump operating at its most efficient level so make sure that you’re giving them the proper attention that they need all year long.

Roofs, Gutters, and Downspouts

If you’ve experienced any leaking or water drainage problems over the fall and winter months, this would be an excellent time to check the condition of your shingles, clean out your gutters, and check your downspouts for collapsed areas that can cause backed up water to leak into your home.  Make sure that the downspouts drain far enough away from your house to prevent any water build up which can cause mold and other damage.

Pay Attention to Your Trees and Shrubs

If any of the ice storms did damage to your trees or shrubs, you should trim them back so that the weakened limbs won’t fall onto your home.  By trimming back the trees and shrubs, you are allowing more natural light into your home and are preventing criminals from hiding behind them as they look for a way to enter your home.  Your trees will be healthier and look better which adds to the curb appeal of your residence.

As spring approaches, make a list of the things that you want to do both inside and outside your home to make your living space a bit more enjoyable and a lot more attractive.