In just three days, spring is over! Everyone is looking forward to warmer temperatures and sunny weather after the cold months in Minnesota. In just a few more days, Coldwater Spring will once again be livelier with people walking their dogs, children exploring nature, and the likes. It is also the best time to do spring cleaning! It is a perfect time to start afresh, after all, we’ve had more than our fair share of struggles which dates back from a year ago when the whole COVID situation has taken over the news and generally, our normal lives. Spring signals hope and rebirth, and what better time to start cleaning up?
You’re in luck because we’ve gathered a list to help you tackle your yearly spring cleaning head-on!
Declutter First!
Before starting to deep clean your home, get rid of the clutter that is piled up over the long winter. Doing this will help you focus on what you need to accomplish for your spring cleaning. You can use the “Two Pile Method” if you are unsure where to start. The first pile is for things that are still in good condition to be donated or given away, the second for things that are for worn-out items that you intend to throw away. If still unsure, try the KonMari Method. If it doesn’t spark joy then thank the item and toss it out!
Get Your Tools in Order
Most of us picked up a habit of leaving our cleaning supplies all over the house. While it is understandable to leave a few go-to products in place for day-to-day use, it will cost you a lot of time running around the house when you are already doing your spring cleaning. For your spring cleaning project, we suggest making up an on-the-go cleaning kit. Get an inexpensive cleaning caddy and fill it with your most used cleaning products like multi-purpose cleaners, rags, and sponges.
Set Clear Goals
Spring cleaning is a big job and will require so much time and effort which can sometimes feel overwhelming. The simplest way to keep from getting bogged down is by setting clear goals before you start. So, even if you decide to only do a portion at a time, you still have a plan in place to keep you focused and keep track of your progress. Ideally, you’ll want to create a step-by-step plan to follow. Decide on which rooms you intend to clean and specify what you would like done and give yourself an order in which to do so. Professional cleaners usually suggest cleaning from top to bottom while some suggest cleaning each room in a circle
Remember hard-to-reach areas
Spring cleaning is all about giving yourself a fresh start. It’s an opportunity to go above and beyond your usual cleaning regimen, taking care of all the hard-to-reach areas that are rarely thought of and don’t receive that much attention. These include:
Between refrigerator coils
Over ceiling fan blades
Inside the washing machine
Around your HV/AC vents
Inside light fixtures
Crown molding
On and around the windows
Around door frames
Inside track lighting
Behind the toilet
Packaway Winter Clothes & Bedding
Winter clothes and bedding are big and bulky so putting them away will help reduce the amount of space it takes in your room. Try putting it in a Ziploc Space Bag and vacuum seal it to reduce the space and protect it against bugs, moths, dirt, mildew, and other odors that it might get within the storage areas.
Wash Your Curtains
Springtime is the best time to wash your curtain. Depending on the material your curtains are made of, you may be able to wash them in your home washing machine. If they are able to be washed in your washing machine, you may want to use Woolite Gentle Cycle Laundry Detergent since it has a gentler formula than a regular laundry detergent. Lastly, make sure to wash your curtains on a gentle cycle in cool water.
Clean Your Dishwasher
Just like any of your most-used appliances in the kitchen, your dishwasher needs to be cleaned once in a while. Start by cleaning the drain, you may need to check out exactly where in the specific model dishwasher the drain is located. Then use your dishwasher cleaner, some brands have a specific dishwasher cleaner of choice, pop it in the detergent tray and run the dishwasher on a normal cycle while empty. It will clean away hard water mineral residue and keep it smelling fresh.
Clean Your Washing Machine
Your washing machine definitely needs to be cleaned too! Make sure that your spring cleaning covers cleaning your washer and dryer so it stays in tip-top shape.
You will be surprised how dirty your washing machine is!
Wash the Outside of Your Windows
One of the biggest tasks to accomplish in your spring cleaning is cleaning the outside of your windows especially if you have a two-story home. Cleaning your windows not only improves your curb appeal but actually prevents glass degradation and protects indoor air quality. Mexicleaning will be able to help you with our window cleaning services to make your windows shine and streak-free this springtime.
Clean Out Your Refrigerator
Your refrigerator is one of the most important kitchen appliances in your home. It keeps your food fresh so keeping it clean is important if you want your food to be safe. Regular maintenance of your refrigerator will enable it to run better.
Last but not least, make this task as enjoyable for yourself as possible. If you don’t have the time, you can always hire professional cleaning services such as Mexicleaning to help you with your spring cleaning.
