5 Spring Cleaning Tips for Homeowners

Depending on how much time has passed since you became a new homeowner, a few muddy issues may arise that can quickly wear off that new home feel.

Which poses the question: When is the last time you did a little spring cleaning since becoming a homeowner?

Most homeowners neglect spring cleaning, yet they have an unspoken responsibility to take care of their property. Think of your new house as your new car. Car maintenance comes with the expectation of getting it washed regularly and keeping all features secure and intact. With a new home, it’s no different. By following these five spring cleaning tips, you can prevent rapid wear and tear and keep your home feeling brand-new all year long.

1. De-Clutter and Organize

When you first moved into your new home, did you really need everything from your old place? Think about that for a second. The sheer excitement alone of moving to a new home could have clouded your ability to contemplate whether you needed certain things or not. Well, no better time than now!

• Start with your closet – It’s common practice to use the “1-Year Rule” to determine which items have a higher priority of staying over others.
• Do a walkthrough of your home and analyze each room – Ask yourself: What do you see that you’re used to seeing but haven’t used in a while?
• Perform a routine junk toss – This will not only clear up space for more important items, but will also leave you and your new home feeling less cluttered and more organized.

2. Get Out Your Handy Duster

Vacuuming and mopping the floors are usually the two main items on anyone’s spring clean checklist, which leaves dusting, well, in the dust. “The average person creates 1/3 ounce of dead skin each week, which is about the weight of a car key… while that 1/3 ounce doesn’t seem like much, the average home in the United States collects 40 pounds of dust each year”, says Hughes Environmental.

That statistic alone should prompt you to add dusting as another significant item on your spring clean checklist. The benefits of dusting are at a micro-level, though a routine schedule can prevent unwanted reactions such as allergies, rashes, and so on. If you want to clear the air while keeping you, your family, and your brand-new home safe from harmful effects, dusting is your answer.

3. Deep Clean the Kitchen

To all the cooks out there who are the master chefs of their kitchen, this one’s for you. When we say, “deep clean,” we imply fully utilizing cleaning solutions and formulas that address those pesky oil buildups.

Being the Gordon Ramsay of your home is rewarding, but when your head’s in the zone, you tend to neglect the tiny hints of seasoning and oil that miss your range of vision.

Even for avid cookers:

• If the microwave, fridge, and other appliances are in use, a mess, big or small, is inescapable.
• It is important to clean your kitchen and ensure your food is stored in a clean and mess-free setting.

4. Fresh Season, No Creepy-Crawlies

Everyone gets excited for a new season—longer days, warmer weather, and more time outside—but spring also means a fresh wave of bugs waking up and looking for a way into your home. As the temperatures rise, many common pests become more active and start searching for food, water, and cozy hiding spots indoors. Spring cleaning is the perfect time to get ahead of them.

As you move through your spring checklist, take a few extra minutes to “think like a bug.” Check for tiny gaps around doors, windows, and baseboards where they could squeeze in, and seal any cracks you find. Tidy up messes, wipe down surfaces, and keep food stored in sealed containers so those little critters have fewer reasons to visit in the first place.

5. Don’t Forget the Outside!

When you think “spring cleaning,” it’s easy to stay laser-focused on closets, cabinets, and junk drawers—but your home’s exterior deserves some love too. After months of shifting seasons, busy holidays, or just life getting in the way, the outside of your home can start to look a little tired.

Freshen things up with a quick curb-appeal reset:

• Add a few new plants
• Refresh your mulch
• Sweep off the porch
• Swap in some fun seasonal decor

While you’re at it, don’t forget the not-so-glamorous stuff, like checking your gutters and downspouts. Keeping them clear not only improves your home’s appearance, but it also helps prevent water damage and other costly issues down the road.

Schedule Your Next Clean

There you have it! Give yourself a rewarding pat on the back and a nice drink to cool off after all your hard work! Cleaning is not the most entertaining chore in the world, but the relief felt afterward is worthwhile.

Don’t relax too hard though. Keep yourself accountable for maintaining a regular cleaning routine and schedule your next one. After all, you are the homeowner. With an unspoken responsibility to take care of your house, keep it in a condition that makes it appealing to future buyers. Give your home the attention it needs and find yourself falling in love with it all over again. And when you’re ready for your next home goal, our team is here to help, reach out anytime!