Warmer weather means spending more time in your garage, even if just to get to the car or get equipment out for outdoor projects, so it should be included in your spring cleaning. From the garage door to the contents, there are certain steps you can take to perform efficient, thorough seasonal upkeep. Below are the best five tips for clearing out this part of your home. 

How to Prepare Your Garage for Spring

1. Perform Garage Door Maintenance

Clean your garage door with a gentle detergent solution and a nonabrasive sponge, tighten all screws and bolts, and lubricate all moving parts. As you’re doing so, check for signs of damage and wear, and have any needed repair work completed promptly. You should also replace the batteries in your opener, and make sure your unit’s auto-reverse safety feature is still working properly. Remove your garage door window inserts and clean them with dish soap. 

2. Empty It for Cleaning

Empty your garage before you begin cleaning it. Items left on the floor or shelves will hide debris and dust, preventing a deep clean. Your garage could also be hiding other items that you’ve forgotten you own or that you thought were lost. Once it’s emptied, wipe down every surface, including the floor, walls, shelving, and ceiling, and allow it to dry before putting items back. 

3. Wash Large Items

While everything’s out of your garage, take the chance to wipe or spray larger objects. Your car tires, lawn mowers, bicycles, large children’s toys, and toolboxes all can attract debris. Getting them in pristine condition now will prevent dirt from getting tracked back into your newly cleaned garage.

4. Get Organized

Sort through your smaller items and keep them organized. Thin out clutter by discarding items, having a yard sale, or donating unwanted but usable objects to charity. Buying new storage bins or installing new shelving will free up more of your floor space, too.

5. Reseal Doors

If the garage door seal wears down, it’ll be difficult to keep the space climate-controlled. It also allows dust, dirt, and allergens inside, causing faster grime buildup. Replace the weatherstripping on your door if it’s flattened, dried out, or otherwise damaged, and check the seal when the door is closed. If you’re concerned that it’s still not ideal, contact an experienced repair professional to inspect it.

Libby’s Expert Door Installations in Millmont, PA, will provide reliable work on your garage door. Whether you need a repair or new installation, their seasoned technicians will perform skilled work at competitive prices across central Pennsylvania. Licensed and insured, this full-service company carries doors from leading brands in an array of design options, as well as parts like openers and springs. Learn about their services online, and call (570) 922-1602 for a quote.