Spring Cleaning Tips
Get Your Home Feeling Fresh for the New Season!
Keeping your home well-maintained and cared for helps ensure it stays in great condition for years to come and will retain its value when it comes time to sell.
The benefits of a clean house are innumerable! By decluttering and deep cleaning your home, you can help reduce stress, improve your efficiency and even eliminate seasonal allergens! Below are a few tips to help get you started off on the right foot.
Create a Cleaning Checklist
Don’t get overwhelmed by the thought of detailing your entire home. Instead, create a checklist and start scheduling tasks and delegating chores. There are a lot of free resources, checklists and templates online you can tailor to fit the needs of your home. Then, turn on some music, open a window and start working your way through the list one room at a time!
Declutter Your Space
A great place to start is by decluttering your home and donating the items you no longer want or need. With fewer items taking up space in your home, it’s also much easier to clean! This is also an opportunity to swap your wardrobes and store seasonal items elsewhere so your closets and drawers stay organized.
Deep Clean Neglected Areas
Rid your home of hidden dirt and grime by dusting areas that may be neglected during a regular cleaning, such as blinds, slipcovers and drapes. You will want to tackle the big-ticket cleaning items next, including vacuuming behind and under furniture and appliances, cleaning windows, and wiping down walls and cabinets. When it comes time to deep clean your floors, consider having your wood floors waxed and your carpets professionally cleaned.
Do a Safety Check
Many people tie-in annual reminders such as replacing their smoke and carbon monoxide detector batteries into their spring cleaning routine. This helps ensure all safety measures are working properly and gives you more peace of mind.
Add Life to Your Home
Now that your home is clean, think about adding some fresh flowers or houseplants to celebrate the new season! It’s amazing what a little greenery can do to lift your spirits and help fight a case of spring fever.
Recharge Your Mind
At the end of a busy spring cleaning session, don’t forget to set aside some time to recharge and reward yourself for all of your hard work!
As always, if you have questions on your home or the current real estate market, please don’t hesitate to reach out. I am happy to assist!
