Winter Cleaning Tips

During wintertime, if you live in a colder climate, your doors and windows are probably closed up tight to keep the cold temperatures out. Unfortunately, that also means you’re probably locking in dust and dirt (not to mention what you’re bringing in from the outdoors).
 
Just because you can’t open the doors and windows to get some fresh air doesn’t mean you have to wait until spring to get some cleaning done. We have some simple cleaning tips to ensure your home stays neat and clean all winter long.

Limit What You Bring In

One of the most practical winter cleaning tips is to reduce the mess before it starts. During the colder months, dirt, salt, and slushy snow easily find their way indoors. To minimize tracking in stains, place a rough mat made of coir, wood, or rubber outside your entry doors. For added protection, use a second absorbent mat inside to soak up melted snow and salt—keeping your floors cleaner and safer.

Wash and Dust

Dust tends to settle more during winter when windows stay closed and air circulation is limited. A key winter cleaning tip is to wash and dust surfaces that collect buildup, such as light fixtures, cabinet tops, kitchen appliances, and electronics. If you’re already deep into the season, don’t worry—just be sure to vacuum afterward to catch any dust that escapes your cloth.

Clean Your Furnace

Cleaning your furnace not only helps keep your air and your house cleaner, but it can also help make your home more energy efficient and help you save money on your heating bill each month. Be sure to change the furnace filter as often as your specific furnace recommends, which can be as frequently as once a month. Take the time to check the actual furnace, too. It can easily become coated in dirt and dust.

Deep Clean Carpet

There’s no wrong time to deep clean your carpet! Deep cleaning is a breeze, even in the wintertime, and it can remove set-in stains, debris and odor—even those that are embedded deep within the fibers of your carpet. Winter weather can mean more time spent indoors, playing on carpet and floors, so make sure your carpets are freshly deep cleaned and ready for hours of indoor play. Find a rental location near you here!