Now that spring has arrived and you will be spending more time outdoors, it’s an ideal time to give your yard a thorough cleaning. But what exactly should you focus on? Western Hills Builder Supply, the premier dealer of landscaping and building supplies in Cincinnati, OH, offers some outdoor cleaning tips below. 

6 Key Spring Landscaping Tips for Your Yard      

1. Remove Fallen Branches

The first step is to make a circuit of your yard and remove all fallen limbs and dead branches. These make great kindling for your fire pit or outdoor pizza oven, or you can run them through a wood chipper to create some extra mulch for your landscaping projects.

2. Rake Leaves & Debris

Next, rake up all dead leaves and debris. This tidies up your yard and gives you fodder for a compost pile. If you don't plan on composting, bag the debris and find out where to drop it off in your community.

3. Fill in Cracks in Concrete

Winter thaws allow moisture to seep into your walkways, patios, and driveways, and the subsequent freezing causes ice expansion that cracks the concrete. Patch concrete cracks with filler and seal them against further damage.

4. Clean Gutters

Clean your gutters to prevent clogs. Clogged gutters can lead to overweight troughs that pull away from the house, as well as flooding and damage to your foundation and landscaping.

5. Hose Down Patio Furniture

Run a hose over your patio furniture to remove dirt and grime that accumulated over the winter.

6. Clean & Paint Your Grill

Scrub your grill to remove rust and grime, and apply a coat of Rust-Oleum® high-heat spray paint to protect it from the elements.

Western Hills Builder Supply is the most experienced seller of masonry, pavers, and building supplies in Cincinnati, OH. Since 1920, this family-owned and -operated business has supplied customers throughout Ohio, eastern Indiana, and northern Kentucky with top-quality landscaping materials for patios, walkways, retaining walls, and more. Visit them online for contact information, or call (513) 574-6200 to speak to a friendly sales representative today.