The change of seasons is always a good time to go through and give your home a good deep cleaning. Even in a place that is temperate year round, such as Phoenix, making the transition from the hot summer months to cooler winter temperatures requires some planning and preparation. After a long season of having your house closed up and the air conditioning running full blast, it is nice to open the windows and dust off those areas that commonly collect dirt and clutter. Any time you clean or organize your home, it is a good idea to consider what to keep, what to toss, and what items might be better kept in storage. With a Phoenix storage unit, you can free up space in your closets, pantry, and shed, while being sure the items you store are being kept in a safe, temperature controlled climate, easily accessible when you need them. The following are some of the best tips we have found from home experts on the easiest ways to declutter, as well as ways to use products you already have to keep your home fresh and clean. Tips for Cleaning Out Clutter Whether you have multiple people and pets living in your home or it is simply you and maybe a significant other, clutter has a way of creeping up, making your home messy and chaotic. The more clutter you have the harder it is to clean or even find what you need, so the first step in cleaning is to go through and sort out the things laying around. You will want three piles: things to keep, thing to store, and things to get rid off. The professional home cleaning experts at Merry Maids recommend going through and focusing on the following four areas in your home where clutter is most likely to be found: Entranceways: Use hooks to hang handbags, scarves, and jackets. Pack any seasonal items in a container for storage, and get rid of anything that is either stained or broken, such as old umbrellas or backpacks. Kitchen counters and cabinets: Get rid of old spices and broken appliances, and consider storing any glasses or dishware used only for special occasions in your Phoenix storage unit. Home office space: Starting with your desk, organize paperwork and supplies into piles and get rid of any excess items that are outdated. Free up space by keeping documents such as warranties, old invoices, and prior year tax returns in your storage unit. Closets: While these are notorious for clutter, a storage unit in Phoenix can easily help you gain extra space. Store off-season items, formal wear, and clothes that are currently out of style, and get rid of things you do not wear and those that no longer fit. Natural Cleaning Tips and Tricks Once your home is decluttered, Good Housekeeping recommends using natural cleaners made from things you probably already have on hand: Make an all purpose cleaner out of baking soda and water to clean any surfaces in the kitchen or bathroom; Run lemon rinds through your garbage disposal to freshen and deodorize; Use white vinegar and water to clean windows and glass surfaces; Scratches on wood furniture disappear when you rub them with a shelled walnut; Wipe a damp rubber glove across furniture to remove pet hair; Treat carpet stains with a mix of dish soap and warm water; Clean dusty plants with mild soap and water, then use a drop of mayonnaise to add nutrients and shinde. In addition to cleaning surfaces in your home, be sure and clean items before placing in your Phoenix storage unit to keep them in the best condition. Let us help you organize your life and provide you a space to keep your belongings safe, secure, and of course, clean! Call our staff today for any questions. US Storage Centers 4860 North 83rd Avenue Phoenix, AZ 85033 (866) 858-7031
