Seasonal Home Maintenance Checklist: What to Tackle This Spring

Spring is the perfect time to freshen up your home and take care of all the little jobs that winter left behind. But knowing where to start isn’t always easy — especially when the “to-do” list keeps growing.

That’s where this simple seasonal checklist comes in. Here are the most common spring maintenance tasks homeowners in East Sussex should keep on their radar — and how a local handyman can help tick them off quickly and safely.

1. Gutter Clearing & Repairs

Over the winter, leaves and debris build up in gutters, causing overflow and damp problems. A quick clean and check for loose brackets can save you from costly repairs later in the year.

2. Sealant & Grouting Touch-Ups

Cold and moisture can crack bathroom and kitchen sealant. Spring is a great time to refresh sealant around sinks, showers, and tiles to keep everything watertight and tidy.

3. Outdoor Fixtures & Fences

Frost and storms can damage fences, gates, and outdoor light fittings. A handyman can secure, repaint, or replace parts before the summer weather sets in.

4. Squeaky Doors & Sticky Windows

As your home warms up, timber can swell. Now’s the time to ease sticky windows and planing doors that don’t close properly — for convenience and better security.

5. Light Bulb & Battery Replacements

Smoke alarms, security lights, and hallway bulbs — it’s surprising how many go unchanged. A quick round of replacements improves safety and saves you time (and step ladders).

6. Flat-Pack Assembly & Small DIY

Bought something new over the winter and it’s still in the box? Spring’s the time to get it up and in place. Whether it’s furniture, shelving, or storage, a handyman can help you assemble it properly — no swearing at instructions required.

Why It’s Worth Getting Help

DIY is great, but not everyone has the time, tools or confidence to do it all. A trusted local handyman can handle a mix of jobs in one visit, saving you effort and ensuring a safe, tidy finish.

Book Your Spring Maintenance Visit Today

At MTC Property Services, we help homeowners across Bexhill, Eastbourne, Hastings, Lewes, Rye and surrounding areas with seasonal upkeep, repairs and odd jobs — all carried out with care.