Guide to Organizing a Post-Relocation Clean-up
Your relocation project is finally over and you are ready to start a new chapter of your life. Congratulations! But wait! Do not get your hopes up just yet. You still need to thoroughly clean your new home before you settle in. Yes, this sounds like a nuisance, but it is something that has to be done in order for you to feel comfortable in your new home.
Consider Hiring a Professional Cleaning Service
Cleaning can be tiring, stressful, and complex, especially after a move. Moreover, it is a process that requires a lot of time and energy. Luckily, there is a solution for that too! Just like you can hire professional moving services to have a relocation that is stress-free in Manhattan, you can also hire professional cleaning services to have stress-free post-relocation clean-up in Manhattan, or wherever you are moving to.
Just do your research on time. Look for cleaning services that exist in the city you are moving to. Check the price and see whether your budget will allow you to splurge on something like this. Finally, do not forget to do a background check on the company you are planning to hire.
Buy the cleaning supplies
If you plan on tackling this post-relocation clean-up all by yourself, do not worry, we’ve got you covered!
The first step is a rather straightforward one. Buy all the cleaning supplies you may need. A simple damp cloth will not do the trick this time. So, gather all the cleaning supplies you can think of before you start cleaning.
It would be best to buy everything before moving or order online and have it shipped to your new home. That way, you do not have to wander around your new neighborhood trying to find a store. So, here is what you may need:
- All-purpose cleaner
- Oven cleaner
- Dish-washing soap
- Glass cleaner (or a lot of vinegar)
- Chemical cleaner for disinfecting the bathroom
Of course, do not forget your vacuum, bucket, mop,microfiber cloths, scrubbing sponges, etc.
Do Not Unpack Just Yet
Another great way to save time on your post-relocation clean-up is to leave unpacking for after you have finished cleaning. This way, you will be able to clean more efficiently and reach all those places that would be covered with furniture later on.
So, before you unload the moving truck, dust the ceilings, mop the floors, vacuum the carpets, wash the windows, and do all those major cleaning projects that would be almost impossible to clean with stuff and boxes laying around. Of course, you will need to do a clean-up after you unload the truck and empty to moving boxes too, but that will be much easier and simpler.
Tackle the Highest Surfaces First
When it comes to moving, we all want to finish all moving-related tasks as soon as possible and move in. Nobody wants to spend days on post-relocation moving tasks. One of those tasks is, of course, cleaning! So, if you want to tackle this task quickly and move onto unpacking and settling in, you must learn how to work smarter, not harder.
In order to do that, we recommend starting with the highest surfaces first and then going to the lower ones. Otherwise, your work will double. Just imagine what would happen if the situation is reversed. If you start from the lower surfaces and move onto the higher ones, the dirt and dust will fall on your lower surfaces. You will be forced to clean them again. By all means, avoid this number one cleaning mistake!
Thus, clean the ceilings, lighting fixtures, shelves, cupboards, and any other items and pieces of furniture that are on higher levels. Once you make sure there is no more dust and dirt above, move your way to the lower parts until you get to the floors.
Kitchen and Bathroom Should Be Your Top Priority
Kitchens and bathrooms should be the first areas of your home that you should deep clean. If they are not clean, they may affect your health. So, sanitize and deep clean them before doing anything else.
Just like previously mentioned, hold on with unpacking and clean starting from the top and moving your way to the bottom. Clean everything and do not try to cut corners. Do not hesitate to use bleach and chemicals when cleaning your kitchen and bathroom as well. That is the best way to kill any possible germs or bacteria living on the surfaces.
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