Everyone's heard about spring cleaning, but what about fall cleaning? Just as you prepared for the changing seasons back in March and April, you may want to do it again for October and November of 2022. That's because autumn is upon us here in St. Paul, and autumn is more than just a change in the temperature and the color of the trees. It's a change in the way we behave as people. For example, since it's going to be chillier than usual outside, you'll likely spend more time indoors rather than outdoors. That alone is a pretty solid reason why you should take some time to declutter your home. However, what does fall cleaning in St. Paul entail exactly? What are the specifics of this process anyway?
Johnson Junk Removal, your local authority when it comes to cleaning up junk, has the pointers you need. Read below to learn more about fall cleaning in St. Paul, MN, then put what you figured out into action once you're done!
Our Fall Cleaning Tips
Let's start inside of the house. As we mentioned above, you're going to be spending more time indoors, especially once we creep past autumn and enter winter. Let's prepare to make great memories by the fireplace with our friends and families without having to worry about conditions around the house being dirty!
Starting in the bedroom, do the following:
Wash your bedding, including the sheets, comforters, and pillowcases.
Prepare a heavy quilt for your bed to keep warm during the colder months.
Sweep up beneath the bed, the dressers, nightstands, and other furniture.
Sort through your closet, store your summer clothes, and remove winter clothes from storage.
Great work so far! Now, let's drift over to the kitchen:
Clean out your appliances, including the refrigerator, microwave, and oven.
Don't forget to sweep and scrub behind the refrigerator and oven as well.
Additionally, be sure to give the counters and the backsplash some elbow grease.
In other areas of the house, such as the living room, perform these tasks:
Clean underneath your sofa and be sure to check beneath the cushions as well.
Dust the fan blades, high-up shelves, and atop any furniture you can find.
Wash the windows. If necessary, remove air conditioning units to help retain heat.
A chimney sweep may be in order to help prevent smoke from billowing throughout your home.
Don't forget to change the batteries in your smoke detectors to make sure they are in working condition!
Some additional considerations include cleaning or replacing your HVAC filters and inspecting your house for any places where cold air inside might be leaking in. Whether you warm your house with a fireplace or with centralized heating, in any case, the coolth from outside making its way into your home will only make your life more difficult. Check for loose shingles, cracks, and broken seals near your doors and windows. If you find any, it's time to arrange for repairs!
Losing the Clutter as Fall Approaches
While doing fall cleaning in St. Paul, don't forget to keep an eye out for any belongings that you may want to shake off. We have a lot of golf courses nearby, such as Como Park and Highland National, so you might have a collection of old clubs you no longer need. You may even have some kayaks that you used to ride around White Bear Lake.
In any case, as you spend more time indoors, you may find that a cluttered basement,attic, or garage is enough to drive you up a wall. You may even find yourself asking questions such as "Where'd all this junk come from?" or "Why'd I ever think I needed this anyway?" While we don't have the answers to those questions, what we can tell you is that, if you're asking things like this, it's probably time to get rid of a few things. Sounds like it's junk removaltime!
When sorting through your junk, ask yourself if a particular item has been used within the past year, or if it otherwise has sentimental value. If the answer to both questions is a resounding no, then you can probably afford to get rid of it. Make a pile of everything you'd like gone, then find it a new home! Here's a tip: a lot of that stuff can go to the Habitat for Humanity ReStoreor another similar thrift store. That way, you don't create needless waste for the landfill to add to its already growing collection.
Professional Junk Removal
Don't want to bother hauling around junk? If so, you can leave fall cleaning in St. Paul to the professionals at a junk removal company, such as Johnson Junk Removal. These sorts of businesses specialize in removing your unwanted items from your home. Additionally, they can even help perform other cleaning tasks for you for a reasonable labor charge.
Fall is upon us, and it won't be long before winter is next. While we can't prevent the passing seasons, we can prevent ourselves from being trapped inside with unwanted junk and clutter. Make the correct preparations so you're not surrounded by a mess this holiday season!
