Tuesday, February 10, 2015

Spring Cleaning Checklist and Tips for Northern Virginia Homeowners

The weather may be cold and snowy, but why not start thinking spring in your Northern Virginia home? Early in the year is the best time to take on organizing your spaces, tossing out the old to make room for the new and cleaning each room from top to bottom. 

It can be a major project, so don't wait until March 20 to start! Northern Virginia homeowners can follow the checklist below and begin spring cleaning their home, room by room. These tasks are also important to cross off your list if you're planning to sell your home this year!

  • Remove dust. Use a vacuum to remove dust from the walls, ceilings and corners of rooms in your Northern Virginia home. Always work from the top of the room to the bottom. Remember the tops of ceiling fans and window casings, avoiding using dusting sprays. However, take the opportunity to remove surface dirt and grime, in the kitchen for example, with a degreaser or cleaner.
  •  Clean carpets and rugs. Rent a deep-cleaning carpet shampoo machine or if you own a steamer, kick off your cleaning by running it over each carpet and rug in your NoVa home. Some rugs, including Oriental rugs, may need to be professionally cleaned.
  • Clean upholstery and furniture. You would be amazed at the amount of dust that can gather in furniture cushions. Take them outside and give them a beating to remove dust. If you find stains on the upholstery, check for cleaning instructions. Finish the task by vacuuming in between and under cushions.
  • Polish hardware. Your entryway should make a statement, so remember to polish your front door's hardware to remove any signs of tarnishing. Use a liquid polish or polish cloth or light work or a paste or cream for heavy work.

These spring cleaning tasks can bring your NoVa property out of its winter slumber and put a fresh face on for the new season ahead! If you're prepping your home in the NoVa and DC area with these items in order to sell, give me a call! I'm happy to help set you on the path to home seller success.

I happily serve the areas of Alexandria, Annandale, Arlington, Burke, Centreville, Chantilly, Clifton, Fairfax City, Falls Church, Great Falls, Herndon, Lake Ridge, McLean, Mount Vernon, Reston, Rosslyn, Springfield, Tyson’s Corner and Vienna. 

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