Begin with an action plan
One of the hardest parts of spring cleaning can be deciding where to begin and what to tackle first. Not to mention figuring out who will do what.
So why not approach the big job like a pro this year: create an action plan, assign tasks to specific family members (or even to a professional) and then reward everyone for a job well done. Don’t forget to hold a family meeting to brainstorm enticing and fun rewards that will inspire everyone to work hard!
Downloadable checklists ease your way.
To help you out with your big spring clean, consider down loading a handy and easy-to-use spring cleaning checklists: one for each room in your home, plus an extra to cover outdoor cleaning.
Each list should contains tasks, suggestions for who can best handle each task (adult, child or professional), tool and product recommendations, helpful tips are also sometimes included.
To download a checklist, Google the specific checklist names (by room or structure type). Then simply click the name of the checklist you’d like to use and print it.
Once you have your checklist, print it and use it as a guide to keep you and your family on track throughout your big spring clean (feel free to add to or taylor list to your families specific needs). Here’s a suggestion: tape the appropriate checklist to the door of the room you’re cleaning and check off tasks as they are completed. That way everyone can track the progress of each room and share in a sense of accomplishment as you get closer to your goals. It will make the chores seem more manageable too.
Make safety a priority
As always, read the labels of any product you use so you fully understand all directions and precautions. Consider, too, whether you’ll need special equipment, like safety goggles or rubber gloves, to protect your eyes and skin.
Children can often help out with spring cleaning and on your checklists be sure to indicate cleaning tasks that are most appropriate for them. However, some cleaning products should be kept out of reach of children (and pets too), so check labels to make sure. Be sure that you supervise them as appropriate for their age.
Place X-tra Emphasis On Carpets
Because the cleanliness of your carpets not only significantly impacts your home’s appearance but also your families health a good professional cleaning should be a part of your Spring over haul whenever possible. Here are a few tips to keep in mind from Zack and Jennifer Brenner who own and operate Nor Cal Carpet Cleaning in Northern California (they serve the Greater Sacramento region):
*Be certain the quote you get is accurate and truly reflects all of the rooms you wish to have cleaned.
*Clarify what the service includes (are they using a cleaning agent, scotch guard…)
* Do they run background checks on their staff (these individuals will be in your home, and have access to family members as well as belongings).
*Try to avoid walking on carpets until they dry and keep humidity down in the process.
You can contact Nor Cal Carpet for additional carpet cleaning tips at 916-893-1937.
Celebrate a job well done.
Once the last check box has been checked and your house is gleaming from roof to basement, treat the whole family to the agreed-upon reward. Whether it’s dinner at a favorite restaurant or maybe a new hammock for backyard relaxing, it’s certain to be a well-earned spring bonus!
So why not approach the big job like a pro this year: create an action plan, assign tasks to specific family members (or even to a professional) and then reward everyone for a job well done. Don’t forget to hold a family meeting to brainstorm enticing and fun rewards that will inspire everyone to work hard!
Downloadable checklists ease your way.
To help you out with your big spring clean, consider down loading a handy and easy-to-use spring cleaning checklists: one for each room in your home, plus an extra to cover outdoor cleaning.
Each list should contains tasks, suggestions for who can best handle each task (adult, child or professional), tool and product recommendations, helpful tips are also sometimes included.
To download a checklist, Google the specific checklist names (by room or structure type). Then simply click the name of the checklist you’d like to use and print it.
Once you have your checklist, print it and use it as a guide to keep you and your family on track throughout your big spring clean (feel free to add to or taylor list to your families specific needs). Here’s a suggestion: tape the appropriate checklist to the door of the room you’re cleaning and check off tasks as they are completed. That way everyone can track the progress of each room and share in a sense of accomplishment as you get closer to your goals. It will make the chores seem more manageable too.
Make safety a priority
As always, read the labels of any product you use so you fully understand all directions and precautions. Consider, too, whether you’ll need special equipment, like safety goggles or rubber gloves, to protect your eyes and skin.
Children can often help out with spring cleaning and on your checklists be sure to indicate cleaning tasks that are most appropriate for them. However, some cleaning products should be kept out of reach of children (and pets too), so check labels to make sure. Be sure that you supervise them as appropriate for their age.
Place X-tra Emphasis On Carpets
Because the cleanliness of your carpets not only significantly impacts your home’s appearance but also your families health a good professional cleaning should be a part of your Spring over haul whenever possible. Here are a few tips to keep in mind from Zack and Jennifer Brenner who own and operate Nor Cal Carpet Cleaning in Northern California (they serve the Greater Sacramento region):
*Be certain the quote you get is accurate and truly reflects all of the rooms you wish to have cleaned.
*Clarify what the service includes (are they using a cleaning agent, scotch guard…)
* Do they run background checks on their staff (these individuals will be in your home, and have access to family members as well as belongings).
*Try to avoid walking on carpets until they dry and keep humidity down in the process.
You can contact Nor Cal Carpet for additional carpet cleaning tips at 916-893-1937.
Celebrate a job well done.
Once the last check box has been checked and your house is gleaming from roof to basement, treat the whole family to the agreed-upon reward. Whether it’s dinner at a favorite restaurant or maybe a new hammock for backyard relaxing, it’s certain to be a well-earned spring bonus!
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