Your Guide to a Tidier Home this Spring

March 17, 2025
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O Get Organized

Eliminate clutter in each room before cleaning. Use 4 box method: keep, donate, sell or toss.


O Wash Windows

Wash windows on a cloudy day to avoid streaks. Wipe out sliding door tracks.


O Clean Overlooked Surfaces

Wash baseboards, door frames and walls if needed, with warm soapy water.


O Deep-Clean Carpets

Hire a professional carpet cleaner or rent a deep cleaner to wash carpets.


O Clean Under Large Items

Lift furniture and roll up area rugs before vacuuming floors. Also, vacuum behind and under kitchen appliances.


O Dust Light Fixtures

Use a microfiber cloth to dust fixtures and light bulbs. Don’t forget to dust ceiling fans and blades.


O Battery Check

Check the batteries in your smoke and carbon monoxide detectors. Purchase a fire extinguisher if you don’t have one or your current one has expired.


O Clean Window Treatments

Vacuum curtains and draperies with an upholstery attachment.


O Don't Forget...

  • Open windows to let in the fresh air.
  • Clean out the car’s interior and wash interior and exterior.
  • Shred old documents and file important papers and do the same to your digital files too.

KITCHEN

  • Declutter & clean cabinets/drawers
  • Toss expired items
  • Clean Fridge
  • Clean oven/stovetop/microwave
  • Donate Small Appliances no longer needed

 

BATHROOM

  • Organize bathroom cabinets and drawers
  • Toss old products
  • Sanitize sink/toilet/tub/shower
  • Clean mirrors and glass
  • Wash shower curtain and bath mat

 

BEDROOM

  • Flip mattress
  • Vacuum and clean under bed
  • Clean area rugs
  • Wash linens
  • Wash pillows and blankets

 

EXTERIOR

  • Tidy garage
  • Clean eavestroughs
  • Clean and organize outdoor equipment
  • Wash outdoor furniture


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