🍂 10 Fall Cleaning Tips to Refresh Your Home Before Winter
As the air turns crisp and the days get shorter, fall is the perfect time to cozy up your home — and get it sparkling clean before the holidays. Here’s how to make your fall cleanup easy, efficient, and satisfying!
1. 🧥 Rotate and Refresh Seasonal Items
Pack away summer clothes, patio cushions, and lightweight bedding. Wash or dry-clean them before storing, and use vacuum-sealed bags or bins to save space.
2. 🌬️ Clean Air Vents and Replace Filters
Dusty vents and old filters can reduce air quality just when you’re spending more time indoors. Replace furnace and air purifier filters to keep things fresh and energy-efficient.
3. 🪟 Wash Windows and Screens
Fall light can be beautiful — if your windows are clean! Wipe down glass inside and out, and remove and rinse screens to get rid of summer pollen and grime.
4. 🧹 Deep Clean Carpets and Rugs
Before winter mud and slush arrive, have your carpets professionally cleaned or rent a machine to remove embedded dirt and allergens.
5. 🔥 Inspect and Clean Your Fireplace
Whether gas or wood-burning, make sure your fireplace and chimney are clean and safe before you light that first cozy fire.
6. 🧴 Wipe Down Kitchen Cabinets and Appliances
Grease and dust build up over the summer. Clean cabinet doors, wipe handles, and run your oven’s self-clean cycle before holiday cooking begins.
7. 🧺 Tackle the Laundry Room
Clean lint traps, dryer vents, and behind your machines. This not only keeps things tidy but also prevents potential fire hazards.
8. 🪞 Declutter Before the Holidays
Donate gently used clothing, decor, or toys to make room for the upcoming season. A less cluttered home = a more peaceful home.
9. 🌧️ Check Windows and Doors for Drafts
Add weather stripping or caulk where needed to keep the warm air in and your heating bill low.
10. 🧽 Refresh Entryways
Wipe walls, mop floors, and add a heavy-duty doormat to handle muddy boots and wet leaves.
✨ Bonus Tip:
Schedule a professional deep clean before the busy holiday season! It’s the perfect way to start winter feeling organized, cozy, and stress-free.