Spring Yard Cleanup Checklist for London, Ontario Homeowners

Seasonal · 5 min read

After a long London winter, spring is the moment to undo the damage and set your yard up for a great season. Tackling these tasks in the right order — and at the right time — gives you a healthier lawn, tidier beds and better curb appeal all summer. Here's a spring cleanup checklist for London, Ontario homeowners.

Start with a Cleanup

Once the ground has dried enough to walk on without compacting it, clear away winter debris: fallen branches, leftover leaves, road grit pushed onto the lawn edges, and anything the snow plow left behind. Cut back the perennials and grasses you left standing for winter interest. A gentle rake lifts matted grass and improves airflow, but wait until the lawn is dry so you don't tear out healthy roots.

Assess Winter Damage

Walk the property and take stock. Look for lawn areas killed by salt or snow mould (prime candidates for spring sod repair), heaved interlock or walkways, fence posts pushed out of plumb, and shrubs broken under snow load. Making a list now lets you prioritize repairs before the busy season.

Feed, Edge and Mulch

Early spring is the time to give the lawn its first feeding and to re-cut clean bed edges — crisp edging instantly makes a yard look cared-for. Top up mulch to 2–3 inches to suppress weeds and hold moisture before summer heat arrives. This is also the ideal window for planting new trees, shrubs and perennials so roots establish before the dry months.

Refresh the Hard Surfaces

Winter grime, salt and algae build up on driveways, walkways and siding. A spring pressure washing brightens the whole property, and it's the perfect prep if you're planning to seal your driveway this year. If spring cleanup feels like more than a weekend's work, we offer full seasonal cleanups across London — get a free quote and start the season ahead.