Having a clean home is a lot of work. There are so many things you need to do to put everything in order and maintain it over time. Luckily, there are some easy and actionable ways you can make it happen.
Rid Your Home of Unwanted Pests
Homes have bugs that dwell alongside their homeowners. That is a frustrating yet generally true problem that many people do not realize until they see these creepy crawlies indoors. As soon as you see any tell-tale signs of an infestation or even the beginnings of a problem, such as spiderwebs and the insects or arachnids themselves, it is time to contact the professionals at an insect service such as Windsor Spider Spray Services.
By ridding your home of these problematic creatures and being proactive about preventing them from becoming a problem again, you are creating a cleaner, not to mention more pleasant, environment for you and everyone in your household.
Create a Mudroom
Whenever you walk into your home, do you notice that belongings become strewed from here to there? Purses, backpacks, hats, and coffee mugs need a place of their own. That is why you should consider building a mudroom. This is a catchall where your family and guests can remove their shoes and hang their coats. All of your belongings will have a designated place to stow away, and it will look great, too.
Watch this video to learn how to create your own mudroom.
Give Yourself Time to Clean and Organize
The idea of cleaning and organizing is a non-starter for many people; however, the results are a goal for those same people. After all, in a busy world, who has time to clean and put things back where they belong?
The best way to approach keeping your home clean and in good order is to schedule a time to do it, just like going to work, the gym, or a healthcare appointment. Try putting a task on your calendar at specific intervals, such as “Clean shower on Tuesday.” If that might get pushed back to never, an alternate approach is in order. Simply set a timer for a predetermined amount of time, such as 20 minutes, and get started. Play some heart-pumping music, put on ankle weights, or settle into a true-crime podcast to keep you entertained and motivated. When the 20 minutes is up, you can move on to something else you would rather do instead.
As you change how you approach the goal of having a cleaner home, make an effort to put things away when you are done using them. Everything from your dirty socks that always seem to land just shy of the hamper to dirty dishes sitting on top of the dishwasher should be attended to as soon as you are finished instead of leaving them for later. This new mindset will prevent you from feeling stress and guilt over lingering responsibilities, and you will not need to avoid anything you do not want to do – because you have taken care of it already.
Having a clean living space takes time and effort on your part. It is worth it to keep your home bug-free, sanitized, and organized for everyone to enjoy. So, once everything is in order, go ahead and invite your friends and family over for a fun movie night or dinner and games together – no spiders invited.
