Spring Cleaning Services – What You Need To Know (2023 Guide)

Here are some practical tips that might help you from a company that offers spring cleaning services. 

1. Organize

Before you start cleaning, ensure that the materials, paraphernalia, and tools you need are accounted for and in good working condition. Having a duster that falls apart every time you use it will make the task more difficult for you. Go out and acquire what you need a day or two before to have an uninterrupted cleaning spree. Aside from ensuring that the cleaning materials and tools you need are complete and usable, you should also organize each room. 

The usual time when most Singaporeans do their spring cleaning is usually around the first or second quarter of the year. This is when the cooler months give way to the intense heat of summer. There might be some clothes and accessories you wish to take away or take out of storage. 

In connection to clothes and accessories, this is also the perfect time to sort out the clothes you might not use anymore. Some clothes might not fit anymore or might be too tatty to wear. Clothes that don’t work can be given away to some charity, while worn garments can be recycled into rags for wiping or cleaning.

2. Top to Bottom

Professionals that offer spring cleaning services recommend starting from the top of the house to the bottom. If you have an attic, it may be better to leave cleaning it for a weekend when you have lots of time, especially if the attic is full. 

Clean one room at a time. If each room has a bathroom, you can choose to clean the bathroom first before starting with the room. When cleaning the room, start with the windows; and work to the bed, tables, and floor last. Sweep the floor first, beginning with the rest and working your way to the door. The reason behind this is to not leave marks on the floor by walking to and from the door. 

3. Shiny surfaces

There are different techniques for cleaning shiny and smooth surfaces. Windows and mirrors will benefit from using a cleaner specially designed for them. Follow directions carefully and correctly since these cleaners are usually chemicals and may be harmful if misused. You can also go green and use environment-friendly cleaners such as plain water. Use a damp cloth to wipe the dust or debris off, and follow up with a dry cloth to remove any marks left by the dampness. A vinegar solution can also be used to clean stone floors and walls. 

This solution is made up of more water than vinegar, usually about a tablespoon for a litter of water. Mopping the vinegar solution directly on a recently swept floor will help to remove stains and dirt. Some colors must be scrubbed with a more robust vinegar solution and a brush. 

Companies that offer spring cleaning services use bleach and other chemicals for cleaning but might also be able to provide a more environment-friendly option for you. Some wood panels and wooden floors may discolor if vinegar is applied directly. This often happens when the surface has been treated with polyurethane or something similar. 

4. If you have carpeting, consider using a professional cleaning service

This is important, especially if your carpets are expensive or vintage. Carpeted rooms need to be vacuumed after you have thoroughly cleaned the space. This is so the dust from the windows and ceiling will have fallen onto the floor and can be cleaned before moving to another room. 

5. Curtains and drapes can be vacuumed gently if not dirty

If the dirt is difficult to remove or has already set in, you should wash these. Check your washing machine for a gentle cycle since most curtains tear easily if washed in a heavy process. Dirt usually sets in if the drapes or curtains are not changed regularly, and your house is close to a heavily trafficked street. 

6. Go green when you can

Spring cleaning entails a thorough cleaning which could, in turn, mean using chemicals, cleansers, and other solvents to eliminate dirt and grime. Despite the efficacy of these chemicals, there are also risks in using them. Manufacturers of these chemicals and cleansers recommend using them with the windows and doors wide open to prevent getting dizzy or lightheaded due to inhaling their smell. 

Most household cleaning chores have alternative cleaners and solutions made from organic and safe ingredients, which may be as effective as chemical-based ones. 

The following can be used as alternatives to harsh, chemical-based cleansers for different household chores:

– White vinegar – commonly used to disinfect, deodorize and whiten. It is usually diluted in water.

– Baking soda – a natural deodorizer that also doubles as a scouring agent for surfaces that might scratch easily

– Lemon juice – used as an alternative to bleach and as a disinfectant

– Borax or sodium borate – used as a gentle cleaner for painted surfaces and can be used to clean floors

– Isopropyl alcohol – can be used to disinfect household items but do not use on things you put in your mouth or use on food.

– Cornstarch – absorbs oil quickly and can be used to clean your stove and stovetop. It also refreshes carpets.

– Mineral oil – can replace wood cleansers for furniture

– Coarse salt – often used as a scrub for pots and pans. 

These are just a few efficient tips for managing spring cleaning. Try the going green alternatives to lessen the environmental impact that the harshest chemical has on our earth.