While spring cleaning gets all the attention, winter is the perfect season to call in the experts and get your home in tip-top shape. Winter may be a good time to hibernate and look inwards, but it’s also a great time to get busy, dig deep, and complete large-scale cleaning jobs.
As the weather gets cooler, you’re more likely to spend time indoors with the people you love. This is a fantastic opportunity to declutter your living space and get ready for the spring ahead. You can give neglected areas the attention they deserve, get rid of unused items that have accumulated over the years, and breathe new life into your space. When you have a clean home free of junk and dirt, you can sit back and enjoy the rest of your winter inside.
Practical tips for a deep winter clean
Let’s take a look at our top 8 winter cleaning tips to transform your living space.
- Planning is everything
Whether you live in a small inner-city apartment, a large suburban house, or a rural hideaway, planning is essential when it comes to cleaning. Improvisation may be acceptable for everyday cleaning, but annual clean-ups deserve special attention.
Rather than make it up as you go, it’s essential to create a plan of attack. This will help you avoid mistakes and take advantage of valuable cleaning opportunities you may have overlooked.
- Create a checklist
Winter cleaning should always involve a checklist. This way, you won’t forget anything. There are so many parts of your home to consider, from carpets and flooring to windows, blinds, and ventilation systems. Some rooms of your home deserve special attention, such as the kitchen, bathroom and office space. When you create a list, you can prioritise certain areas and give them the attention they deserve.
- Declutter your living space
Before you start cleaning, be sure to get rid of everything that might get in the way. Winter is the ideal time to get rid of unwanted stuff — after all, you want to make room for new things in the year ahead. Not only does decluttering feel great, but it’s also the most efficient way to clean your home. By throwing out or donating old and unused household items, you are clearing space and giving yourself less work to do. Why waste time moving large items around or dusting unused furniture and décor when you can give it to those in need?
- Think about heating and ventilation
Winter is the perfect time to pay attention to your heating and ventilation systems. Whether you have a split system, a gas radiator, or a traditional wood fireplace, you want your heating to function at 100% capacity when the cold weather kicks in. Not only does clean heating equipment work better, but it’s also less likely to break down at the worst possible time. Ventilation is also worthy of special attention, with allergens in the air likely to influence the onset of winter colds. Why risk unwanted dust or exposure to mold when you can enjoy clean, pure air throughout your home?
- Don’t forget your windows
When spending time inside, you still want to feel connected to the outside world. Winter window cleaning is the perfect cold-weather job, especially when you leave it to the experts. From large windows in living spaces to small windows in bathrooms and laundry areas, winter is ideal for giving your windows the love they deserve. At Jim’s Cleaning, we can perform a top-to-bottom, inside-and-out, deep window clean at your home or business.
- Clean your carpets and rugs
Carpets and rugs may be warm and comfy, but they get dirty quickly when they’re not cleaned on a regular basis. Along with your weekly vacuum, it’s essential to perform a seasonal deep clean to stop dust and mould from building up and getting out of control.
From standard vacuuming to powerful steam cleaning, winter is the season for the job. Carpets and rugs can last many years if you look after them correctly — with regular cleaning being the key to longevity. If you want to enjoy fresh household air all year round, winter carpet cleaning does absolute wonders.
- Clean your curtains and blinds
Along with your carpets and rugs, your window coverings have a big impact on the quality of air that you breathe. Whether you have traditional curtains or modern blinds, regular cleaning is essential. When cleaning your curtains or blinds, it’s important to read advice from the manufacturer, with some materials able to withstand moisture and others designed for dry cleaning alone. For a truly deep clean, take your coverings down and call the experts to carry out an ultrasonic clean.
- Clean out your storage space
If you’re like most people, some parts of your home will be designated for storage. Whether it’s the back of a cupboard, the top of a shelf or an entire cabinet in your garage, these areas are often left dirty and neglected. Tidying and decluttering your storage spaces is a great winter activity and the perfect way to make more space in your home. When your storage zones aren’t packed to the rafters, you have more room available to rotate your favourite décor between seasons.
Call in the experts
When it comes to seasonal deep cleaning, it’s always a good idea to call in the experts. While most people perform their own weekly cleaning, commercial companies have the equipment and experience needed to go further.
At Jim’s Cleaning, we offer a complete household and business cleaning service that leaves nothing to chance. Enjoy the benefits of an immaculate space this winter, and contact our team today.
FAQs
What is winter cleaning?
Much like spring cleaning, winter cleaning is a seasonal deep clean performed just once a year. Most people spend more time inside during the colder months — making winter the ideal time to carry out a full clean.
What should I consider when doing a winter clean?
During a comprehensive winter clean, you need to consider your entire living or working space. Unlike a regular weekly clean, this could involve decluttering rooms and cleaning carpets, blinds, your house’s exteriors, and organising storage.
What should I clean before winter?
In the lead-up to winter, it’s important to clean everything you’re likely to use during the colder months. This can include heating and ventilation systems, windows, and oven cleaning.
How can I keep my room clean in the winter?
Keeping your home or business clean over winter doesn’t have to be complicated. Once you’ve carried out a deep clean at the start of the season, all you need to do is follow up with a regular weekly clean.
What does in included in Jim’s Cleaning winter cleaning services?
At Jim’s Cleaning, we offer a range of winter cleaning services for your satisfaction — from kitchen cleaning, bathroom cleaning, duct cleaning, blind cleaning, carpet cleaning, and entire home and office cleaning services across Australia.
We are fully insured for your complete protection, our staff are trained and police-checked, and we provide a Jim’s Work Guarantee. For full winter cleaning services and so much more, please reach out to Jim’s Cleaning for a free quote today.
