It’s springtime and you know what that means. The sun is out, the flowers are blooming, furry critters are emerging from hibernation, and your home is in serious need of a good clean. That’s right – it’s spring cleaning time.

We know that spring cleaning isn’t the most fun task in the world, but you need to brush away the dirt, grime, and clutter of those cold winter months and emerge anew with a space that feels fresh and clean.

But did you know that spring cleaning has real health benefits? That’s right, cleaning doesn’t just make your home easy on the eyes.

We’re here to talk about all of the benefits of spring cleaning so you can start working on your spring cleaning checklist today, so keep reading below.

1. Better Air Quality

This is the only health benefit that’s a physical health benefit, but for anyone with allergies or respiratory sensitivities, you know how important this is.

When your home gets dirty and dusty, that dirt and dust can accumulate in the carpet, the vents, and anywhere else that doesn’t seem like an “obvious” place to deep clean.

Even vacuums aren’t always enough to remove grime from a dusty carpet.

During the winter, your heaters or vents can send dust into the air. You’re not letting enough fresh air into your house due to the cold, so there’s no circulation. When spring rolls around, it’s time to fix the problem.

Spring brings in a whole new set of problems: common allergens. Are you tracking pollen into the home?

Get rid of everything that is making you feel stuffy by using your best spring cleaning hacks and freshening up your home.

2. A Clear Transition

While it might not seem that way, sometimes a clear transition into the new season is great for your mental health. When the days get longer and the sun stays out later, our moods improve, and we can make our cleaning schedules work with that.

The common phrase “out with the old, in with the new” applies here. This has been a tough winter for everyone, so completing this transitional task can help put yourself in the mindset of “it’s time for a change.”

This is a great time to declutter everything that is no longer serving you. While it might seem like you can do this at any time, it’s more refreshing to do it during the change of seasons.

You can finally see which winter clothes have gone unworn, which decorations were never used, and what needs to be replaced.

3. Better Productivity

Do you find yourself feeling sluggish when you’re in a cluttered space? There’s nowhere to put things, there’s too much to do, and you find yourself stuck.

When you finish a good spring cleaning session, you’ll discover that you might be far more productive when you’re done.

When you start spring cleaning with a list of tasks, you have a clear starting point and destination. The end goal is in sight so productivity is easy. Once you gain momentum, cleaning is a breeze.

After you’re finished with your spring cleaning session, you’ll continue reaping the productivity benefits.

Each weekly cleaning session will be smaller, meaning that you can get through them without wasting an entire day. You won’t be sifting through distracting gadgets, books, and novelties when you’re trying to declutter.

It’ll also be easier to do everything. You won’t have to dig through your refrigerator or cupboards to find something when you’ve already cleaned them out. You don’t need to shift things off of the counter after they’ve started piling up.

You’ll move through your chores faster because you’ve spent all of that time cleaning on spring cleaning day. This added productivity feels good and it frees up your time so you can focus on yourself.

4. Less Anxiety and Stress

The connection between a clean space and mental health is tricky. There’s evidence to suggest that a cluttered space can increase anxiety and depression levels.

Whether it’s the appearance of a messy space, the claustrophobic feeling of a room that’s too full of “stuff,” or the knowledge that you should be doing better, a dirty house can take its toll in unexpected ways.

The problem, however, is cyclical. If you struggle with your mental health, you know that cleaning the house is easier said than done. As the mess continues to pile up, it gets even harder to conquer it.

You know in the back of your mind that you’ll feel more relaxed when the job is done, but how do you do it?

In this case, there’s nothing wrong with hiring professionals to clean for you. Sometimes that initial deep cleaning session is all you need to kickstart your own cleaning abilities.

5. Easier Socialization

As your clutter has accumulated over the winter, have you found that the idea of having people over is stressing you out? Your home is a mess. You’re worried that it smells and there are things all over the ground.

Humans are social animals. We need to interact with each other, and having small gatherings at home is one way to do that. If you’re too nervous to have people over, or if you stress yourself out trying to clean last-minute, you might start withdrawing.

After a good spring cleaning session, you’ll be able to invite people over stress-free and enjoy all of the mental health benefits of a healthy social life.

It’s Time to Start Spring Cleaning

Spring cleaning time is upon us, so bring out your brooms, dustpans, and cleaning solutions and get to work!

You’ll feel better, your nose will be less stuffy, and you’ll be more prepared for the year ahead. You deserve a clean home.

Are you looking for professional cleaners to help get your spring cleaning session out of the way? We want to help you! We can conquer everything on your spring cleaning list so you can sit back and relax.

Contact us to get a quote today!