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Spring Cleaning 101
The month of March is typically the
time when families stop using their heater. It is also
noted as the beginning of spring. Many people use this
time to get a fresh start in their lives as well as
in their homes. Spring cleaning is not just for homeowners.
People who reside in townhouses, condominiums, and apartments
can also take advantage of this perfect time to remove
clutter and get organized. While some people will devote
an entire week to spring cleaning, not everyone is fortunate
to have such time available. You can spring clean your
home in one as little as a day, and in such a way that
it will last longer than the spring season itself.
Most people who start a spring cleaning
project have good intentions. However, what often happens
is that they only do half a job; often losing steam
halfway through the project. Problems that creep up
and sabotage your good intentions can often be traced
to lack of planning. Before you pick up a broom, grab
a pen and paper a couple of days in advance and design
your plan for the day. Remember to make a list of the
items you will need to perform each task. When you design
your plan, make sure you include the tasks that each
person will perform. Something else you don’t want
to neglect to include in your planning is food. Pizza
or other quick snacks can provide quick energy that
will keep everyone motivated to work. You may also want
to play some upbeat music. If you’re not sure what
to list on your plan, the items listed below are ideas
that can get you started.
Indoor Cleaning
A good place to start your spring cleaning is with actual
cleaning. Filters and vents can accumulate dust and
dirt particles that can cause them to become clogged.
With the hot temperatures of summer just around the
corner, the last thing you want to worry about is a
broken air conditioner. Replace old filters and make
sure all vents in the home are free of dust. Excessive
dust can also cause allergy problems, especially in
young children. Now is also a good time to have your
carpet steam cleaned. You can pay someone to do the
job for you or rent a machine at your local grocery
store for less than $40. Other indoor cleaning tasks
include vacuuming your furniture and draperies, flipping
your mattresses, and cleaning all your windows. If you
have household pets, you should freshen up the area
where they spend most of their time. While you’re
cleaning indoors, make note to replace anything you
discover that is damaged or broken. Areas that people
typically neglect include the dishwasher, shower curtain,
and kitchen cabinets. Be sure to clean these areas thoroughly
because bacteria can become a problem in these areas
and cause a host of health problem.
Focusing on the Landscape
What people will notice first about your home is its
outside appearance. Remove any weeds that have accumulated
in your garden or in your yard. If the majority of your
foliage is dead, you should replace them with bushes
and bright spring flowers. Although you are probably
already mowing your yard on a regular basis, be sure
you don’t neglect to do so during your spring cleaning.
Getting Organized
There are two areas of a home that most people fail
to keep organized: closets and garages. It is just too
easy to store excessive amounts of things in these areas.
Spring cleaning is a perfect time to go through both
areas and throw away anything that you no longer need
or want. You can set these items aside in a bag and
give them to charity.
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