As the weather starts to warm up and the days slowly become longer, you may start to wonder if spring is a good time to take on any of the home improvement projects you’ve added to your to-do list over the winter. The answer is — it depends on what type of project you’re considering doing.

For many of us, winter is a time when we spend a lot of time in our homes. So naturally, home renovations pick up in the spring when the sun comes out and we are feeling motivated to begin tackling some of the projects you’ve been in such close proximity to all winter.

Aside from the obvious spring home projects, such as landscaping, here are some of the best projects to take on before the summer heat.

Replacing your windows

During the cold winter months, you may have noticed some of your windows are beginning to get drafty. If that’s the case, then springtime is the perfect time to replace your windows to help keep the heat out of your home when summer arrives.

If you’re unsure if you need new windows, check them for the following signs:

• Gaps around the window frame or a rotting frame• Air leaks when the window is closed• Damaged weather stripping• Condensation building up inside double- or triple-paned windows

If your windows are relatively new, some companies offer warranties to fix some of the issues above. If you don’t know who installed your windows, a call to your city or township’s building department may help find the name of the contractor on the permit.

Upgrading your insulation

A poorly insulated home can cost you hundreds of dollars in heating and cooling costs over a year. According to the Department of Energy, adding insulation to your attic, floors, crawl spaces and accessible basement rim joists can save you up to 20% on your home’s heating and cooling costs.

You may need to update your home’s insulation if you notice:

• Ice dams on your roof• Fluctuating temperatures in rooms throughout your home• High energy bills• Cold walls, floors or ceilings

Undergoing interior remodeling

Spring can be a great time to start an interior remodeling project, such as a bathroom, kitchen or basement. The thought of being stuck in your home during a remodeling project in the winter can cause some to delay deciding to start work until the weather turns for the better.

No matter the steps taken to reduce the mess, when you’re remodeling, there’s bound to be a little dust. By choosing to start an interior remodeling project in the springtime when the weather is warm and you can get out of the house, it’s less likely to affect your daily routine as much as it could in other seasons.

Repairing or installing new gutters

Spring showers can wreak havoc on your home’s