Spring is here! March 20th ushered in a new season and, with it, the promise of warmer weather and sunnier skies. Many homeowners plan to detail clean their homes during the spring months. Spring cleaning allows homeowners to start a new season with a “clean” slate, freshly disinfected surfaces and can even protect against allergies. If you find yourself looking around your house wondering where to start, these spring cleaning tips and checklists are sure to help!
Getting Started with Spring Cleaning
Before you roll up your sleeves to get to work, you should create a plan with a manageable schedule. Take stock of what needs to be cleaned in your home and include it in your schedule. Remember, even though you’ve made a plan that covers the whole house when it comes to cleaning, you should only focus on one room at a time to avoid becoming overwhelmed. Having a plan in place gives you a good idea about what supplies you’ll need and can help keep you focused when cleaning.
Spring Cleaning Tips and Checklists that Make Cleaning a Breeze
Still feeling overwhelmed by the thought of your home project? These spring cleaning tips and checklist can make cleaning a breeze.
Declutter
A cluttered home can create unnecessary stress and can make spring cleaning feel like an insurmountable feat. Instead of being overwhelmed by clutter, tackle it first. Consider organizing:
- Your junk drawer
- Your closet and drawers
- Garage and other storage areas
Clean From Top to Bottom
When you’re ready to start dusting and wiping down surfaces, clean from top to bottom. That’s because any debris that falls from your ceiling or walls will be swept up and cleared out once you get to your floor and baseboards. Otherwise, you may end up having to spot clean areas you’ve already worked on. Instead, try cleaning in this order:
- Ceiling
- Walls
- Light switches and midlevel cleaning
- Baseboards
- Floor
Protect Against Allergies
Allergies can be debilitating. Whether it’s seasonal allergies or allergies to specific products, make sure to protect yourself. After all, your home should be your safe haven, not someplace that exasperates those allergies. To protect yourself this spring:
- Replace your furnace filter with one that has a high MERV rating
- Invest in an air purifier
- Wear a mask when dusting to prevent reactions to dust particles
- If using harsh chemicals, always wear gloves to avoid reactions to the skin
Once you’ve completed your spring cleaning, you’ll be ready to create more memories in your home without the stress of clutter or allergies!
Michigan Mortgage Lender Julie Krumholz from Superior National Bank
Still struggling with space even after spring cleaning? It may be time for a new home.
Julie Krumholz from Superior National Bank has been helping homeowners navigate the home buying process for over 35 years. She strives to provide the best home buying experience for new and experienced homebuyers. She’s experienced nearly every facet of the mortgage industry, from processing, closing, loan origination, underwriting, QC auditing, and even co-owning a mortgage brokerage firm. Her wealth of knowledge makes her a trusted resource and friend.
Contact Julie at 586-382-5482 to learn how she can help you with your homeownership goals!
