Friday, March 9, 2012

Spring Cleaning: Essential Tips for Homeowners


 
  
 

By Pat Mertz Esswein, Kiplinger's Personal Finance
As you go about your annual spring-cleaning ritual, take a few additional steps to save money on energy bills this summer, improve your home's appearance and ward off big-ticket repairs later.

Here are 18 things for you (or the handyman) to tackle now to help prepare your home for the warmer months and keep it in top shape.

Gallery: Spring Home Maintenance Checklist
1. Inspect the AC, Part 12. Inspect the AC, Part 23. Put the Temperature on Autopilot4. Re-Install AC Window Units5. Clean the Swamp Cooler

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