Fresh Start: What to Tackle in Your Home This May

Spring is in full swing, and May is the perfect time to give your home a seasonal refresh. Whether you’re preparing to list your home, recently moved in, or just want to create a cleaner, more peaceful space, spring cleaning can breathe new life into every corner. Here are our top tips for what to tackle in May to keep your home in tip-top shape:

1. Declutter High-Traffic Areas

Start with entryways, kitchens, and living rooms. Go through shoes, coats, mail piles, and kitchen gadgets you no longer use. Ask yourself: Have I used this in the last year? If not, donate or toss it!

2. Wash Windows and Screens

May brings brighter light, and you want those rays to shine through crystal-clear windows. Clean both inside and out, and don’t forget the screens-rinse them with soapy water and let them dry in the sun.

3. Deep Clean Floors and Rugs

After a long winter and muddy spring, floors need love. Vacuum and steam clean carpets or schedule a professional cleaning. For hardwood or tile, mop with appropriate cleaners and consider resealing if needed.

4. Prep Outdoor Spaces

Warmer weather means more time outside! Sweep patios, scrub furniture, clean the grill, and freshen up landscaping. Add pots of colorful flowers or herbs to bring instant charm.

5. Clean Out the Garage or Storage Shed

Use a sunny weekend to take everything out, sweep, and reorganize. Install shelves or hooks to keep things tidy, and discard anything broken or unused.

6. Purge and Rotate Wardrobes

Store away heavy coats and winter boots. Bring out your spring and summer clothing, and donate items you didn’t wear last season. Bonus: this frees up closet space and makes getting dressed feel easier.

7. Check Safety Devices

Replace batteries in smoke and carbon monoxide detectors, inspect fire extinguishers, and test alarms. It’s a small step that brings big peace of mind.

Bonus Tip for Sellers:
If you’re thinking about listing your home, a deep spring clean is one of the easiest ways to boost appeal and make your property shine in photos and showings. A fresh, tidy space signals to buyers that a home has been well cared for. Looking for more seasonal home tips or a referral to a local cleaner, organizer, or landscaper? Reach out-we’re always happy to connect you with trusted local pros!