What is spring cleaning other than cleaning and organizing at the turn of the season?
It is purging and organizing.
It is beating out dust and deep cleaning.
It is putting away the items from fall and winter and bringing out those for spring and summer.
And breathe easy; there is no right or wrong way to do spring cleaning! In fact, cleaning “correctly” could mean a few things, but here’s what our professional cleaning company has to say about spring cleaning:
No Cross-Contamination
Cross-contamination is when bacteria, viruses, parasites, or even soil is moved from one area to another. An example would be if you used the same rag to clean the bathroom and also the kitchen.
In professional cleaning, we ensure this doesn’t happen by using cleaning cloths of different colors for specific areas. In your home, you can use one color for dusting areas like bedrooms, living spaces, and your office. Use a different color for cleaning the bathroom. Try yet another color for cleaning the kitchen and dishes.
Microfiber cloths are known to be excellent for avoiding cross-contamination as they grab and hold bacteria rather than spread it like a cotton rag does.
Being Effective
Effective cleaning deals with the methods used to accomplish your spring cleaning goals. Is your goal to get more organized? Being effective would mean using solutions that support that. Bins, baskets, fasteners, ties, labels, and more are ways to organize effectively.
When it comes to cleaning effectively, using the right cleaning products is key. Scratch-free cleaners may be used on surfaces like glass top stoves, where an abrasive cleaner may be required for a bathtub. Mopping makes sense for particular floors but not others.
Knowing what cleaners to use for the job at hand and using cleaning products that won’t cause damage is what professional cleaning companies are trained to do. You can do this in your own home, too, by understanding the different cleaners, their safety precautions, and how they are designed to be used.
Ultimately, being effective means using the right tools, products, and knowledge to get the job done correctly to achieve your goals.
Being Efficient
Finally, being efficient can define what it means to do spring cleaning correctly. If cleaning takes too much time or effort, it likely won’t get done, making it inefficient.
“Done is better than perfect,” author Sheryl Sandberg
To make spring cleaning easier (and more efficient), consider these tools:
- Hire a professional cleaning company to handle a one-time deep-clean
- Hire a cleaning company to handle ongoing maintenance cleaning
- Ask for help with spring cleaning tasks from friends and family
- Use a checklist (Here’s one we created)
- Chunk up the projects into smaller, manageable parts
- Use music, a game, or a contest to promote a quick burst of cleaning energy (especially if enlisting the help of children)
Also, remember to keep things in perspective. Focus on what matters and keep it simple. Your sanity is more important than a cleaning marathon!
Work with A Cleaning Service for All Your Spring Cleaning Needs
If cleaning tasks keep you from spending quality time with those you love, consider A Cleaning Service. Get help with the weekly chores, deep cleans, or your spring cleaning checklist.
We serve the Greater Washington DC, Virginia, and Maryland areas with over 30 years in the cleaning business. Contact us today to learn why our customers love our award-winning service, and let us help you tackle your cleaning needs.