The Spring Rush Is Real: Projects to Book Before It’s Too Late

There are two types of homeowners in the spring: the ones who plan, and the ones who panic when contractors say, “We’re booking into July.” If you're thinking about updating your home this year—inside, outside, or from the ground up—now’s the time to act. Because while spring showers bring flowers, they also flood calendars. Here are the exterior (and smart interior) projects you should be booking yesterday.

1. Exterior Painting

Paint isn’t just aesthetic—it’s armor. After a soggy Pacific Northwest winter, your home’s exterior deserves more than a quick rinse. If your siding’s looking tired or your trim is peeling like sunburn, it’s time to refresh. Bonus: Color trends this year are leaning toward warm earth tones and soft contrast. Your curb appeal just leveled up.

2. Interior Painting

Just because the sun’s out doesn’t mean you forget what you were staring at all winter. Dated walls, scuffed baseboards, and beige-on-beige living rooms aren’t going to fix themselves. Spring is the perfect time for a color reset—light, bright, and bold. Let that fresh air in and give your walls a glow-up.

3. Deck Construction

You don’t want to be building your deck during summer. You want to be on it—drink in hand, sunglasses on, neighbors low-key jealous. Whether you’re repairing what winter wrecked or adding a brand-new outdoor escape, get it rolling now while materials are available and schedules are open.

4. Roofing Repairs (or Replacement)

This one’s not sexy, but you know what’s even less sexy? Water damage. Spring’s the season to inspect, replace, or repair before summer heat or next year’s rainstorm does more than mess up your insulation. A solid roof is the foundation of peace of mind—yes, that’s a metaphor and a fact.

5. ADUs (Accessory Dwelling Units)

ADUs are the investment flex of 2025. Whether you’re building one for rental income, aging parents, or the world’s coolest office, spring is a great time to get permits moving and your timeline dialed. The sooner you plan, the sooner you profit.

6. Siding Projects

Siding isn’t just a facelift—it’s a full-body health check for your house. Warped panels, bubbling paint, or cracks after a brutal winter? That’s not just an eyesore—it’s an invitation for moisture and pests. New siding means better insulation, higher resale value, and a cleaner, sharper first impression.

7. Remodel Projects

Thinking bigger? Now’s the time. Spring is when serious remodels—kitchens, bathrooms, staircases, or whole-level makeovers—get mapped out. Permits, plans, and precision take time. But if you start now, you could be enjoying your dream space before the year’s out. Waiting until fall? You’re basically gifting yourself a delay.

The Bottom Line: You Snooze, You Wait

Spring is short. Contractor availability is shorter. And while your neighbor is locking in their dream deck, new siding, or that sleek ADU setup, you could be staring at the same outdated cabinets or wondering why your trim still looks like 1998.

Good renovations don’t happen overnight, and great contractors get booked early. So whether your project is cosmetic, structural, or both—this is your sign to stop waiting. The best time to start was last month. The second-best time? Right now.