Summer Cleaning Tips to Keep Your Home Clean and Healthy

As summer comes to a close, it’s the perfect time to get your home ready for autumn with a deep clean. Summer often brings in more dust and dirt, especially with open windows and outdoor activities. Here are some summer cleaning tips to maintain a clean and healthy home as the season transitions:

Tidy Your Wardrobe:

  • Sort your wardrobe by separating your summer and winter clothes.
  • Use dividers or compartments to keep everything organized and easy to find.
  • Consider donating clothes in good condition to charity or selling unwanted items to clear space.
  • Tidying your wardrobe allows you to assess what you have and refresh your collection for the coming season.

Clean the Garage:

  • Summer brings long sunny days, making it the ideal time to tackle your garage. This space often becomes cluttered with unnecessary items, so take the opportunity to organize.
  • Use shelves to tidy your garage, and discard or donate any unwanted or broken items.
  • Sweep the floor and get rid of cobwebs, spiders, and any oil stains using a scrubber.
  • Pressure wash the garage door, and if there are stains on the walls, consider giving them a fresh coat of paint.
  • If you notice cracks or mold, take care of repairs to avoid further damage.

Carpet, Rug, and Mattress Cleaning:

  • Summer is a great time to wash your rugs. Let them dry out in the warm weather to eliminate any bacteria or dirt.
  • Vacuum your carpets thoroughly before doing a steam clean to remove hair and dirt.
  • Since summer brings out bugs, apply flea treatment to your carpets to prevent pests.
  • If you have pets and kids, consider hiring a professional to steam clean your carpets.
  • Regularly wash pillowcases and bedsheets, and clean your mattress to eliminate odors and stains. You can treat stains with a mixture of baking soda and dish soap, then let the mattress dry in the sun.

Bathroom Deep Clean:

  • After showers, open windows to remove moisture and prevent mold buildup in the bathroom.
  • Use a vinegar and dish soap solution to clean shower shelves and accessories, and glass cleaner to eliminate watermarks.
  • Scrub the toilet and sink thoroughly to remove grime.
  • Don’t forget small, hard-to-reach areas behind pipes or the toilet, as these can be prone to mold.
  • Clean the bathroom bin and let it dry out under the sun to prevent odors.
  • Wipe mirrors and cabinets, and remove any cobwebs to maintain a clean, healthy environment.

Clean Exterior Areas:

  • Outdoor areas get more use during summer, so ensure your outdoor furniture and spaces stay clean.
  • Keep a bucket and towel near the exterior doors to clean pets before they enter the house.
  • Use a pressure washer to clean tiled outdoor areas and remove dust and dirt.
  • Clean your BBQ, outdoor kitchen, and appliances with a lemon and dish soap mixture while they’re still warm.
  • Regularly mow the lawn, remove weeds, and tidy the garden to keep the outside of your house looking neat.
  • Clean exterior windows and perform gutter maintenance to prepare for the rainy season.

Kitchen Cleaning:

  • Kitchens can get neglected in summer as people prefer spending less time cooking in the heat. However, appliances like your oven, stove, and range hood can accumulate grease and dirt.
  • Use a mixture of lemon, dish soap, and vinegar to clean greasy appliances like the oven and range hood.
  • Sort through your pantry to check for expired items and make space for new groceries.
  • Wipe down your dishwasher, kettle, and microwave regularly with a microfiber cloth or multipurpose cleaner to keep them fresh.
  • Clean fingerprints from your fridge and cabinet handles with a simple all-purpose spray.

General Summer Cleaning Tips:

  • Shower your pets regularly to minimize the amount of dirt they bring into the house.
  • Keep windows open whenever possible to let fresh air circulate and reduce moisture buildup.
  • Brush your pet outside to minimise hair inside the house.

By following these summer cleaning tips, you’ll maintain a fresh, clean, and healthy home ready for the change of seasons! Book your end of lease cleaning with us and spend time with family. 

 

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