Top Home Projects For March

The birds are singing. The flowers are blooming. The weather is warming. March is the perfect time to get some projects done outside of the house and provide necessary maintenance to ensure that those things that keep you cool in warmer months are in great working order! Here are your top four home improvement projects for March.

1. Check your Air Conditioning Unit

Before it starts getting too hot, March is the perfect time to ensure your air conditioning unit is in good working order. Check to make sure the refrigerant levels are just right – if they are low, there is probably a leak that needs to be fixed. Oil the motors as needed and calibrate the thermostat. Also, check the condenser for possible issues and replace filters as needed.

2. Organize a Closet

Get a jump start on your spring cleaning and organize your closet. Now is the perfect time to go through and get rid of any items or clothes you no longer wear and donate. We can help by providing plastic bins and organizers, lumber for shelving (check out our recent article on how to build custom shelving in your home), and cleaning supplies.

3. Clean Your Home’s Siding

With all of this winter’s snow in the area, there may be mildew and dirt built up on the side of your house. Use Jomax House Cleaners to spray on your siding and rinse off with a hose (more details included on the product’s label). This product is easy to use and will get the front of your home looking like new.

4. Revamp Your Home Office

For some of us, this month marks the anniversary of an entire year of working remotely. Do you have the best home office setup? Creating a dedicated space for your office can help with the feeling of being home so often. Freshen up the walls with a new paint color – Benjamin Moore recommends using neutrals, blues, or greens to increase concentration and focus. Create a desk with some of our oak boards or other wood, and hang up some new artwork using our Command or High & Mighty hooks. These small changes can make it a pleasant space to go to and make you look forward to your (short) commute.

Do you need help finding the right products or need a little advice to complete these top four home improvement projects for March? Count on Cardinal and our expertise to help you find the right supplies and the expertise you need! Come by one of our locations in Madison, Crozet, and Charlottesville, or you can shop online.