Spring Clean House: Part 2 – Hiring Professionals

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Spring cleaning is a big task. There are times when you cannot do it alone, and you may need to hire professionals to help. Sometimes there just isn’t enough of yourself to go around, and other times there are specialized jobs that you don’t have the necessary knowledge or tools to handle. Here are some situations in which you might consider hiring a professional. You can also read my review of the Venta Airwasher and Air Purifier to help keep air quality good year round.
Air Ducts
Air ducts should be cleaned about every seven to ten years. Cleaning your air ducts can possibly help get rid of asthma and allergy symptoms, and improve air quality. Professionals who clean air ducts have been known to find many misplaced objects, from toys to small, dead animals. It is important to be cautious and to check out the company who you hire for this job, as improper cleaning can at best be unnecessary, and at worst, result in damaged ducts.
Gutters
Cleaning your gutters is not something you likely think of on a regular basis, but keeping it up can prevent water damage which may save you a large amount of money in the future. Debris left to the point of decay can also draw insects, including mosquitoes, to your property. It is a task that should be done preferably twice a year. If it is possible to delay this part of your spring cleaning, you can sometimes get a discount on services by hiring a professional in their off season.
Cleaning Windows
Cleaning the outside of your windows can be very difficult, even when you buy the cleaners from a home improvement store that you can hook up to a hose, because it’s hard to wipe down the windows when they are on the second floor. So if you want a good clean once a year, it’s worth it to hire professionals to clean your windows inside and outside, especially when you have large picture windows.
Furnaces
A build-up of dirt in your furnace will make it less efficient, and will also waste fuel. By hiring a professional to take care of this important task, you will know that it is done right, and you will have time for other spring cleaning tasks that you yourself are able to do. To find a reputable service provider, ask your friends and family who they use and trust.
Painting
Sometimes spring cleaning involves a facelift for your home on either the inside or outside. Painting may be involved, and it can be an overwhelming task. It might be worth your while to hire professionals. Some ways to find a good painter are by word of mouth, through local advertising, and even by finding companies run by university students looking for a way to pay their way through college. Donít be afraid to try out someone new, but be sure to ask for references, and perhaps even take a look at some of the work they have already done at other locations.
General Housecleaning and Home Organizers
If your spring cleaning is simply too much to handle, you may want to call in a professional home cleaner or a professional organizer. Having someone else complete the less personal tasks, such as dusting and washing walls, can save you time that you can spend sorting through papers and personal items. This may be the boost you need in order to make this the year you become fully organized.
Spring cleaning is a time-consuming undertaking. When you hire professionals to help you get the job done, you are more likely to complete everything you need to. By finding the right person to assist with each specific task involved, your home will be organized, feeling fresh, and will become a place you love living in once again.