5 Uncommon Things to Add to Your Spring Cleaning Checklist

There’s nothing like a good spring cleaning to help you feel refreshed and rejuvenated. The springtime air leads to open windows, more light through your windows, and more motivation to get things done. Many people have their go-to checklist of chores that they try to check off every year in the springtime. But these five chores often go overlooked. Make sure you add these to your list to help your house stay clean.

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1. Wipe Walls

Though many of our more obvious surfaces – like countertops, tables, and bookshelves – get dusted and tended to regularly, the walls often get neglected. Especially if you have walls with some texture on them, these can collect dust over the course of a year. Open windows, children, and pets can also add an unwanted layer of grime onto the surface. Start with dry dusting the walls using a microfiber or dry mop to take off the initial layer of dust. Then add some water and a cleaner and scrub the walls (a flat mop is ideal for this).

2. Update First Aid Kits

Though infrequent, it’s always unfortunate when you get a cut and go to your closet to realize that you ran out of bandages and ointment. When it’s time for spring cleaning, take inventory of what you have and restock what is low or out. Some good basics to include are bandages (multiple sizes), ointment/antibiotic cream, hydrogen peroxide, rubbing alcohol, gauze, cotton balls, and antiseptic wipes. If you keep travel first aid kits for kids, outdoor activities, or just in your car, make sure to restock these too.

5 Uncommon Things to Add to Your Spring Cleaning Checklist

3. Sanitize Small Objects

Though they are dependable, many regularly used, small devices and objects in our house can get forgotten during spring cleaning. Items like phones, remotes, water bottles, favorite toys, or anything else touched on the daily should get a good cleaning. Use some sanitizing wipes, disinfectant spray, or some isopropyl alcohol with a microfiber cloth to get the main surface and clean out the grooves and crevices. If you are cleaning electronics, make sure you don’t get it wet or spray cleaner directly on the device!

4. Clear Gutters

Though many of your chores may still keep you outside, it’s important to still maintain the exterior of your house. One area that gets overlooked often are the gutters to your home. Especially during the fall and winter when poor weather keeps you indoors, debris accumulates and can cause a lot of problems. You will definitely know it’s time to get your gutters cleaned when you notice overflowing, visible debris, water damage in your exterior walls, or plants begin to grow in the gutters. Neglecting your clogged gutters can lead to damage and expensive repairs, so hiring a professional, like Gutter On, will ensure your house will keep in tip-top shape.

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5. Clean Behind Large Appliances

Large appliances are bulky, heavy, and awkward to move, but it’s very important to work to clean behind them. Hair, grease, dust, crumbs, and small objects can easily sneak in between cracks and get pushed out of sight. Common hiding places are behind fridges, stoves, washers, and dryers. Spring cleaning is the perfect time to roll up your sleeves and deal with the problems head-on. Start with removing any large items, sweep up any loose debris, and then use water and a cleaner to scrub away anything stuck to the ground or walls. Your large appliances will have a clean space to sit again in no time.

Spring cleaning may be enjoyable for some, dreaded by others, but semi-regular cleaning of these kinds of areas are vital for maintaining a clean house and space. We at Gutter On know the importance of a clean home and are happy to help you out during fall, or spring cleaning time. We can take care of your gutters and ensure that they are in pristine, working condition. Check off a major task from your to-do list and reach out for an appointment with us today!

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