Just like that, spring cleaning time is officially upon us once again. Whether you’re an enthusiastic participant in the spring cleaning tradition or begrudgingly tackle tasks to keep your home feeling fresh, the experts have some good news for you: there are some spring cleaning tasks that you can take off your list this year.
Here are seven spring cleaning tasks that are a waste of time, according to cleaning experts.
This one may come as a surprise to some people, but Henrique Conceiacao, Area Manager at Total Clean, says that washing exterior windows is actually best done in the summer rather than the early spring months.
“Cleaning windows in the spring can be a waste of cleaning time because they will just collect more pollen and dirt quickly,” he says.
Instead, wait until the worst of the pollen season in your area is over before turning your attention to cleaning your exterior windows. Chances are, without the rest of your spring cleaning checklist looming over your head, you’ll have more time to dedicate to the task at that point anyway.
Experts agree that shampooing carpets on an annual basis is a task they see many of their clients try to take on themselves when it should be left to the professionals. While renting or purchasing a carpet cleaner can feel like a great DIY solution, expert cleaners say that it can lead to fiber damage over time if it’s not done properly so they always recommend hiring experts to take on this task.
Instead, make spot cleaning your carpets a regular task on your cleaning to-do list so that you can catch any stains or spills early. Then, consider hiring professionals to thoroughly clean your carpets every 12 to 24 months or so.
While it may be tempting to organize your
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