As the weather starts to chill and the leaves begin to fall, we’re all cozying up and spending a bit more time inside the homes we live in and love. Whether your home is already the oasis you want it to be or you still have some work left to do on it, there are plenty of ways for you to keep your house clean this fall so you can enjoy it to the absolute fullest. Whether your favorite activities consist of making hot chocolate for the kids or curling up to a scary movie after a day out hiking in the foliage, there are so many home tips and tricks that you can use throughout the season.
From the onset of cold season to the leaves that often curiously make their way into your home, cleaning in the fall can be a bit different from the warmer months, especially as you prepare for the winter chill at the end of the season. Here are just a few tips for keeping your home clean this fall.
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Do a Deep Declutter
There’s nothing like starting the season off with a massive decluttering sweep throughout your home. When starting out on this, it’s important to categorize and go room by room so you can break down the process, but still get a lot done to start off your season.
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… Followed By Many Smaller Declutters
However, once you declutter everything in a weekend, it’s important to continue the process and keep your hands in the game even after you’ve done the bulk of the cleaning. The thing about clutter is that it often builds up little by little over time. Make sure you stay on top of that — especially as you spend more of your free time inside.
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Wash Your Windows
Speaking of spending more time inside, as the sunlight begins to wane earlier and earlier, it’s important to soak up as much of it as you can — wash your windows regularly and thoroughly. Even though it may seem like a basic detail, you’d be surprised at the difference it can make in your living space.
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Disinfect Everything
As cold and flu season begins to rear its ugly head, it’s important not just to keep your home clean, but disinfected to the best of your ability. There actually is a difference between sanitizing and disinfecting, as disinfecting eliminates the majority of germs while sanitizing doesn’t usually carry the same strength. Make sure you read your cleaning solutions carefully so you know you’re getting the best quality for your desired result.
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Clean The Carpets
Dirt, mud and leaves can often come in droves. Whether you bring in a professional to get the job done or you have a system in place to keep your carpets clean, making the effort to keep them spot-free can help your home feel much cleaner and neater.
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Have a Leaf-Stomping Station
And speaking of the ground and all its inhabitants, what about those pesky leaves that seem to stick just about everywhere? While keeping a shoes-off household is the ideal way to stop dirt and leaves from invading your space, that’s not always a feasible option for every family. Instead, you can always implement a leaf-stomping station at the door to weed out the majority of those pesky stickers before you kick back and relax at home.
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Clean Your Fireplace
Not everybody uses their fireplace constantly throughout the season, but for those who do, cleaning it is an important part of health and safety precautions for transitioning your home into the new season. While there are plenty of steps you can take care of on your own, you’ll likely still need to schedule a chimney cleaning and inspection from a professional. Another solution is to switch to clean energy fireplaces.
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Don’t Forget About The Outdoors
While keeping the inside of your home clean can sometimes feel like the bulk of the work, it’s important to remember that curb appeal and outdoor maintenance are some of the most crucial parts of keeping your home tidy. Even with a chill in the air, rake your leaves and mow your lawn!
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Dust Before You Vacuum
One of the best cleaning tips for any time of the year is to make sure you dust before you vacuum! When you dust, you push all of the dander and pollen into the air and eventually, onto the floor. By dusting first, your vacuum — or broom, even — can pick up whatever dust you missed on the first pass. While this is great for any time of the year, it can be especially important as people are experiencing more sinus irritation.
Keeping Your Home Clean This Fall
There are so many ways for you to keep your home tidy and clean during the colder months. From decluttering to disinfecting, you can make sure your house is in the best shape for you to enjoy all the amenities you love when the season turns cold. How are you going to start your cleaning process?
