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It’s that time of the year again where we usher in new beginnings. The weather’s starting to warm up in many places, which makes it the perfect time to get up in the attic and out in the shed (before it gets too hot) and start going through things you may not need. Most of us like to welcome in a new year with a clean slate, ready for a fresh start. Spring cleaning may be an arduous task, but once you have it done, you will feel much better. And getting it done before summer is especially important if you have kids, because the last word they are going to want to hear on summer break is “chores!”

Before you start your spring cleaning, it is a good idea to take a few preliminary steps. Here is what we suggest before you dive in nose first:

1. Pick up some supplies
You are going to need basic cleaning supplies (cleaning solution and rags), as well as plastic bags to take unwanted items to the thrift store. You are also going to need cheap home organization supplies so that you can get the things you do want to keep organized. The better job you do with that aspect of spring cleaning, the less work you will have to do next year when it comes time for spring cleaning again. Plastic bins for storage work perfectly.

2. Write some checklists
Make a list of every room in your house (do not forget outdoor areas). Then, make a separate checklist for each of those areas. The checklists will ensure that you do not forget any important spots in each of those rooms when you are cleaning them (the kitchen checklist would for example mention your cabinets, drawers, pantries, and so on). These checklists will help you stay on track and keep you from getting overwhelmed as you clean and organize your home.

3. Get yourself motivated
One big deterrent to getting organized for many people is motivation, plain and simple. Come up with some incentives to get organized. Remind yourself of why you want an organized home, and think about how beautiful and clean it will look and feel when you are done. Maybe plan to reward yourself and your family for spring cleaning with an evening out at a nice restaurant or another treat.

Spring cleaning is one of the biggest chores of the year in many households. The larger your home, the more work you likely have ahead of you. But taking the time to get organized and get motivated and pick up the best spring cleaning supplies can make your chore a lot easier. Don’t forget that spring cleaning is as much about organizing as it is about cleaning, so stock up on clear plastic bins and other helpful organizers along with cleaning solutions, mops, and dust rags. Once you have completed your spring cleaning and your home is clean and orderly, you will be happy you made all the effort.