As we move into spring, many people are starting to turn their attention to decluttering their homes and removing junk. While spring cleaning tasks may appear simple on the surface, they can quickly become complex and overwhelming once you start getting to work. As a leading provider of junk removal services and bin rentals for all types of properties, the team at Onestop Disposal knows how beneficial spring cleaning can be for every home. That is why we have compiled a list of tips for effective spring cleaning to help you declutter your home while properly disposing of junk or unwanted items.
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3 Tips to Help You Declutter Your Home for Spring
To declutter your home for spring, you will need to:
1. Set Clear and Realistic Goals
Before you start cleaning your home or disposing of items, it is crucial to have a solid plan in place. Without a plan, cleaning will take longer and your efforts will be less effective. When decluttering your home, you should:
- Create a list of all the rooms you wish to clean.
- Determine which rooms are the highest priority.
- Clean out one room or space at a time.
- Set realistic completion dates/deadlines for each phase of the decluttering process.
- Take note of areas that will take a long time to clean.
- Consider which items you will be keeping from each room/space.
By taking the time to complete these tasks, your spring cleaning efforts will be far more efficient and effective, especially if you have several rooms that require extensive decluttering.
2. Create a Sorting System for Your Items
Once you have set your goals and created a plan, it is worth taking the time to create a sorting system for your items to further increase efficiency. While there are several sorting systems you can use, the three-box method is highly effective for most cleaning projects. With this method, you will utilize three types of boxes or piles to organize the items in each room. These boxes/piles will be designated for:
- Items you wish to keep.
- Items you wish to dispose of or donate.
- Items you wish to put in storage.
By utilizing an effective sorting system, you can easily identify the items that you will be keeping and the items that you will be disposing of.
3. Dispose of the Items You do not Need
Once you have determined which items you will be disposing of, it is time to consider how you will be disposing of them. Some of the most common disposal methods include:
- Recycling
- Donating
- Selling
- Renting a dumpster bin
- Hiring a junk removal service
In most situations, you will likely utilize a combination of various methods to ensure that every item is properly disposed of. For example, you may wish to sell a few items that are still in good condition to make some money instead of throwing them away or recycling them. The rest of your items can then be recycled, donated, or thrown in a bin rental based on your specific needs.
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To learn more about our junk removal services or to inquire about a bin rental, get in touch with the team at Onestop Disposal. We can be reached by phone at 604-613-5271 or through our online contact form and will be happy to answer any questions you may have regarding our services.