With the new year in full swing and the holiday decorations being packed away for another year, it’s time to start thinking about refreshing your home for spring.
While spring cleaning or deep cleaning is a common activity for many households at this time of year, there are some tasks that should be added to that list to ensure your home is operating as it needs to and has not sustained too much damage from the winter months. It’s important to be proactive and responsible in maintaining your home, and these tasks are a crucial part of that.
Gutters
One area you need to think about cleaning as we get closer to spring is your gutters. Over the years, there can be a lot of debris that builds up in your gutters, making them work less efficiently than they should. Adding to this, clogged gutters can cause damage, meaning you might need to replace the damaged sections, and it’s easy to see why you need to keep on top of this. Find an expert gutter cleaning company who can work with you to remove any build-up and assess the condition of your gutters to ensure full protection for your home. This will give you peace of mind, knowing that your home is secure and well-maintained.
Replace HVAC Air Filters
Your HVAC filters can accumulate a lot of dust over the winter, and this build-up can cause the system to work efficiently, putting extra pressure on your HVAC to perform as you need it to. Depending on your usage and environment, you should change your filters regularly throughout the year. Ideally, every three months, but most definitely, as the seasons change before spring arrives.
Trash Cans
Trash cans can often be overlooked in regular cleaning schedules, but this winter, when you’re looking for those small overlooked jobs to add to your to-do list, add trash cans. They can accumulate a lot of dirt and grime, typically due to their contents. Hot, soapy water cna work as a treat, as can a mixture of baking soda and vinegar. A top tip for post-cleaning is to let them dry in the sunlight, as the UV rays can help kill off any lingering bacteria, and a small cotton ball soaked in essential oil can help mitigate odors.
Carpets and Upholstery
Your carpets and upholstery will accumulate dirt and grime from the holiday season and general use, especially if you’re entertaining frequently during this time. But now that it is over get all of your carpets and upholstered furniture cleaned. You can buy machines to rent at home to clean your carpets or hire a service provider to do this for you.
Mattresses and Beds
When was the last time you cleaned your mattress and bed? Over time, your mattress will collect dust and dead skin cells, so you need to make sure you vacuum it regularly, at least. But if you are tackling those overlooked jobs, add mattress cleaning to the list. You can do this with carpet cleaning equipment or even steam cleaners to sanitize your mattress. And if you have a divan bed or material headboard, give them the same care and attention, too.
