Spring is a season of fresh starts. The weather is getting nicer, and plants are in bloom. Why not bring some of that freshness into your home? Whether you spend an hour focusing on one area of your house or an entire weekend getting everything in shape, open up your windows and let in some crisp, spring air as you cross off the tasks on this handy checklist, courtesy of Nathan Durst at Home Mortgage Specialists, Inc.

• Dust ceiling fans
• Clean flooring and rugs
• Wash screens and dust blinds
• Throw out expired makeup and medicines
• Clean washing machine
• Clean dryer vent
• Wipe baseboards
• Deep-clean oven and stovetop
• Change batteries in smoke detectors
• Vacuum vents and ceiling corners
• Wash window treatments
• Clean refrigerator PM