Tips for Spring Cleaning: A Handy Checklist from the Experts

Spring is the
perfect time to clear out unused items and give forgotten corners a good scrub.
However, setting out to clean your entire house can be a challenging task that
requires patience and organization.

To help you
reach every nook and cranny, consider this handy checklist from the experts at
Best Pick Reports.

Kitchen

The the
kitchen builds up a lot of dirt and grime. If you cook regularly, your kitchen
is ground zero for all sorts of messes. In addition to crumbs that could attract
pests, you have to contend with bacteria that can cause illness and accumulated
grease.

1. Service
Major Appliances: Spring is a good time to have major appliances serviced. If
your fridge makes excessive noise or your oven heats unevenly, it’s important
to have a home services professional provide an expert opinion that can save
you money in the long run.

2. Clear Out
Cabinets: Spring cleaning isn’t just about washing – it’s also the perfect time
to get rid of things you don’t need. In the case of your kitchen, that means
taking a thorough inventory of the cabinets and pantry.

Be sure to
check expiration dates on every package. While it may be OK to use some dry
goods a short time past the printed “best by” date, you should get rid of
anything that’s more than a year expired.

Bathroom

Most people
clean their bathrooms regularly, however an annual deep cleaning is the perfect
time to address issues that aren’t visible to the naked eye or have fallen by
the wayside.

1. Clear
Pipes: Plumbing professionals recommend you get your pipes checked regularly to
prevent clogs. Spring cleaning is a great opportunity to hire an expert to
tackle slow-moving drains and give your plumbing its annual checkup.

2. Eliminate
Grime: If you have hard water, you may notice a buildup of lime or mineral
deposits in your shower or sink. There are several grime-fighting products you
can pick up at the store to make your metal fixtures shine once more. For
tougher stains, such as those under the toilet bowl lip, you can use gel or
scrub with a pumice stick.

Closets

For many
people, the closet is a place to store items you don’t quite know what to do
with. In some cases, closet clutter can get so bad you may even forget things,
only to be surprised when they resurface months or years later.

The spirit of
spring cleaning may compel you to roll up your sleeves and start on projects
you’ve been procrastinating tackling. Consider putting closet reorganization at
the top of that list.

1. Sort
Clothing: Before you can properly reorganize, you need to see what you have.
Start by separating items into piles:

• Warm weather
  clothes and accessories
• Cold weather
  clothes and accessories
• Clothes and
  accessories you haven’t worn for a year or more

To make room
in your closet, donate items you no longer wear. If you have more clutter than
you know what to do with, there are professional organizers who can help you
sort items, designate storage areas and label containers. They’re also skilled
at nudging clients to be honest about whether it makes sense to keep a
particular article of clothing or not.

2. Store
Seasonal Items: When you’ve let go of possessions you aren’t actually using,
you’re typically left with two piles. The first is items you can wear in
current weather and the second is items appropriate for a different season.

You can store
this season’s items in your closet and store winter clothes somewhere out of
the way, such as under the bed, on high closet shelves or in outdoor storage.
If you have the right tools, you can also vacuum seal seasonal items for
additional space.

Forgotten
Spaces

Deep cleaning
areas of your house you regularly use is great, but you also need to give some
TLC to the spaces you rarely think about.

Assess the
Attic: If you have an attic space, now is the time to go through any boxes and
determine what you can part with. While you’re up there, be on the lookout for
any signs that pests have made your attic their home. Be sure to call in a
professional if you find any sign of pests.

Now is the
time to get your spring cleaning checked off so you can enjoy the beautiful
weather.

Tips for
Disinfecting Your House

With bacteria
and viruses able to spread easily, it’s essential to disinfect your home to
help you and your family stay healthy. While these steps can become part of
your everyday routine, be sure to put some elbow grease into it during spring
cleaning.

Wipe Down
Frequently Touched Surfaces

While there’s
no harm in sanitizing everything in your kitchen, the real threat is frequently
touched surfaces. Make sure to give these common touch points a thorough wipe
down:

• Light
  switches
• Doorknobs
• Faucet
  handles

Use Effective
Products

Not all
household cleaning products are formulated to kill germs. To eliminate threats
of illness, make sure your cleaning supplies contain one of the following:

• 70% alcohol
• Bleach
• Hydrogen
  peroxide

Spring is a
great time to clean and organize. Do you have a tip you’d like to share? Email info@JDelSURMarketing.com.

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