Welcoming Spring at Maid In Windsor!
“Spring is nature’s way of saying, “Let’s party!” Robin Williams
Thanks for stopping by.
The temperature will be soon being edging upward and you’ll just know that spring is around the corner. On March 10, we move the clock ahead one hour to daylight savings time. That is the biggest indicator that the season is changing, as the days get longer!
After a winter of hibernating, during gray days and cold nights, it’s time to thoroughly clean your home from top to bottom. It has to do with dealing with less sunlight during the cold months and shorter, dreary days. The lack of exposure to daylight causes our bodies to produce melatonin, a hormone that causes a more lethargic winter with respect to a more active lifestyle. We spring clean to wake up as we find more energy is during the longer, brighter days. It is really easy to let your house cleaning go when you are sleepy!
The sense of cleanliness and accomplishment of tackling our homes is almost a spring compulsion. But it is indeed a tradition, especially in the northern climates.
With windows wide open, we can dust and clean without fear of insects, while March winds carry the staleness and home odors, along with the dust.
Scrubbing and Cleaning
1. Washrooms, your kitchen, living spaces and bedrooms all literally require a top- to- bottom cleaning after the long winter; to avoid what you just cleaned getting dirty again.
2. Do one room at a time to avoid unfinished jobs. You will see the results immediately and your efforts will be worth it.
3. Do small repairs as you go and if you are not able to do it yourself, hire a handy man. Small maintenance along the way, keeps your cost down in the long run.
4. Invest in good gloves to protect your hands and nails from any chemicals that you may be using.
5. Dust before you vacuum. Household rags work well for chores that require a damp cloth. Extendable feather dusters work well for high spaces.
6. Invest in a good mop. It will pay you back in dividends. Don’t stand your broom on its bristles. It will ruin their shape. A good broom holder is a sound investment.
7. Your windows after the long winter season are often coated with grime and dirt. Make a solution of 2 teaspoons of vinegar and a liter of warm water. Use this for all glass; windows, mirrors, shower doors, etc. for a sparkling and steak-free clean
Organizing
Your closets need attention at this time of the year, too. Heavy winter clothes need to be cleaned and packed away in exchange for the next season’s lighter garments. It’s a good time to get rid of things that are not going to be worn again. Organize the rest by colour and styles. It will look great and more appealing in your closets and your everyday routine will be easier. Donate your old clothing to a favourite charity and you will feel even better about your accomplishments.
Your summer wardrobe may require a cleaning after being stored during the winter. Add 1 cup of baking soda to your next wash to boost your detergent’s effectiveness. It will leave your clothes cleaner and smelling fresh. The inside of shoes, gym bags and sports equipment can also be sprinkled with the baking soda.
Outdoor Cleaning
Your barbecue can also be refreshed as the summer nears. You can start to prepare for outdoor entertaining by getting your grill cleaned and ready for warmer weather. Baking soda on a damp brush will take away any residue that has built up.
It’s also a great time to do a roofing check to see if there was any damage done during the harsh winds of winter. Take a close look with binoculars and look for cracked or curled shingles, check the metal flashing around the chimney for corrosion or to see if it has lifted, check your attic for signs of leakage and trouble spots and watch for water marks or stains on the ceiling or in your basement. Your siding needs to be examined and your gutters need to be cleaned. Don’t wait for March showers to find out if they are free-flowing. You have too much to do in the yard, to encounter any surprises.
Your wooden deck needs a good wash down using plain water and a power washer. Look for signs of mildew and nails and screws that have popped out and repair as needed to avoid outdoor accidents.
Once the weather has dried out and you can walk on your lawn without leaving foot prints, it’s time to rake and thatch your yard. Lifting the blades of grass oxygenates it and allows new grass to grow.
Did you know that there is a proper way to mow your lawn? If you alternate the direction of your mower each time you cut the grass it will prevent it from forming ruts from forming.
Cool ideas
By keeping out the sun, your home will stay cooler, especially with southern or western exposure windows. Closed windows and drapery or window coverings will help the ambient temperature comfortable. Awnings also cut down the heat of outdoors. Your hydro costs will also be reduced by following these tips.
A dehumidifier makes the air more comfortable by removing the moisture. A ceiling fan will keep the air moving, making the room cooler.
We all have a list of “to dos” as long as our arms, but there’s no better incentive than the beginning of a new season.
Maid In Windsor is a home-grown business built from the ground up. Bonded employees that are friendly and compassionate are one of the building blocks that have really made the company grow steadily in the last 7 years. They are paid from the start of the day to the end; something that is not common in this industry.
When a potential call comes into Maid In Windsor, they reach the owner or service manager directly. In- home quotes are very important to prepare a Detailed Customer Sheet for the team to bring with them on each visit. This is Custom Cleaning, where every detail of the client’s request is undertaken. Since every home is different and each quote is unique, so is the service provided. The client will see the same team of ladies for each visit.
With three vehicles on the road, Maid In Windsor is making their brand a local household name. A number of their staff has been with us for over six years. Their training is detailed and they are as fastidious as their owner. The formula works and they understand customer requests on a visit- to- visit basis.
We all love a clean home and outdoor environment, but the art of cleaning is sometimes very difficult when we have so much living on our plates. To achieve a sparkling clean home requires a lot of work but the effort is worth it.
If you want an indoor spring cleaning or a help organizing your clutter and you can’t get at it yourself, call us.
At Maid In Windsor, we clean for you! Our primary concern is that your priorities are scheduled for just one time service or on a regular basis. Please contact us at 519-971-2114 or see our website: and fill in the handy quotation form.
