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If you could complete one

spring chore without

lifting a finger, what would

it be?

by Maria Gracia Published on April 1, 2025 Discover which spring chore most people wish they could skip entirely—from window washing to garage clean-outs—and enjoy fun reader comments from our latest web poll. Join our newsletter to be notified when new content is added to our website. Skip the Scrubbing! What Spring Task Would You Hand Off First? Spring chores are one of those things that sound satisfying in theory… but in reality? Most of us would rather be sipping iced tea on the porch than scrubbing windows or hauling bins from the attic. So I asked: If you could magically skip one spring chore, which would it be? And the responses came rolling in. Far and away, washing all the windows took the top spot. No surprise there—especially since spring sunlight tends to highlight every single smudge. A close runner-up? Cleaning out the garage or attic. As one reader put it, “My attic holds overflow because I don’t have a garage, basement, or pantry. I’d love to reduce what’s in there to a bare minimum.” Others couldn’t pick just one. “Actually, all of the above,” another reader admitted. “I’d love to have someone do all the work, then sit back and enjoy the experience of a beautiful, clutter-free, and clean home.” And one of our favorite answers? “Washing patio furniture.” Because if you’re going to skip chores, you might as well skip straight to relaxing in the sunshine. Thanks to everyone who weighed in. And if you do find yourself doing any of these chores, don’t forget to reward yourself afterward. (Yes, sitting on a freshly cleaned patio totally counts.). Here are all the results in order, followed by a bunch of reader comments. 29% Washing all the windows 19% Cleaning out the garage or attic 13% Decluttering and donating unused items 9% Deep-cleaning the kitchen and appliances 7% Mulching and prepping the garden 6% Organizing closets 6% Painting a Room or Two 6% Other 5% Power-washing the patio, deck, or driveway Personal GON reader comments: • Prep for annual spring garage sale • Cleaning and organizing the basement • Picking up the sticks and leaves in the yard • Cleaning and reorganizing my overflowing craft/sewing/storage room • Washing all the curtains in the home • Tree trimming all the trees on the property…front and back • Washing patio furniture • Cleaning out my office and basement • Attic holds overflow because i don't have a garage, basement, or pantry. But would like to reduce what is in attic to a bare minimum. • Actually, all of the above. I’d love to have someone do all the work, then sit back and enjoy the experience of a beautiful, clutter free and clean home. Back to Web Poll Results Index