Seasonal cleaning isn’t only just for spring. There are a few areas to focus on before the weather gets too warm. Adding these to your summer cleaning list also comes with more benefits than just a refreshed space.

How to keep the indoor air clean

Once the weather becomes too unbearable for outdoor activities, everyone finds their way back indoors. Be ready to keep things comfortable by cleaning vents, fans, and screens. Not only will you help to keep appliances working efficiently, but you’ll also clear the air of pollen, dust, and other contaminants.

Focus on the following:

• Clean or replace air conditioning filters to help improve indoor air quality and promote efficient cooling.
• Dust ceiling fan blades to prevent circulating more dust. Adjust the blades to spin counterclockwise to push a cool breeze downward.
• Remove and wash window screens to clear trapped pollen, dust, and bugs to maximize fresh airflow.

Enjoying cool, clean air indoors could be a welcoming relief from summer heat.

Keeping the kitchen and bathroom clean

Humid summer air creates an ideal environment for mold and mildew growth, especially in rooms that can get steamy – like your kitchen and bathroom. Here’s how you can help keep these areas fresh:

• Clean bathroom exhaust fans and filters to improve air circulation.
• Empty your fridge and freezer to thoroughly wipe it down and deodorize it, especially in areas where condensation can pool from opening and closing the door.
• Clean up kitchen counter spills quickly and wash your trash cans more frequently to prevent odors and pest infestations.

Keep these tips in mind for any outdoor kitchen, pool, or seating area where water can get trapped.

Freshening fabrics this summer

From swimwear and gym clothes to sheets and towels, dirt and sweat can build up and set in while it waits for its time in the washer. You may have to launder more frequently, but you can also utilize the warm sun to help naturally dry and deodorize.

Even if you didn’t get all your spring cleaning done, summer is another season to tackle some deep-cleaning tasks in and around your home.