A Modern Guide To Spring Cleaning

By amyo | Internet | Comments are Closed | 20 April, 2026 | 0

For some people, once Spring hits, they're itching to spring-clean and freshen things up around their homes. For a lot of people, spring cleaning can feel very overwhelming. The thought of going through stacks of papers, closets of unworn clothing, boxes and totes of other stored items can be daunting. Mostly because you may feel like the process will take forever to accomplish: deciding what to keep and what to get rid of. Frankly, it's the last thing you want to do because there are other "fun" things you'd rather be doing, but you can't avoid it much longer.

Maybe a little motivation, a checklist, and ways to put tech to work are just what you need to kick-start you and get you revved up, ready to clean.

Music is a good motivator that's not just for fitness. Music can boost your mood during any activity including cleaning. And, if you can believe it, you can find playlists specially curated just for housework. Find "cleaning" playlists on music apps like iHeartRadio, iTunes, Spotify. It'll get you pumped up and ready to clean. To find them, go to the magnifying glass icon in the music app, and in "cleaning" or "housework" in the search field and they'll appear.

Another way to access music motivation is by using your smart TV and going to YouTube to play your favorite artist or genre of music. Have a smart speaker? Ask Google or Alexa to... "play some cleaning music" for whole house experience. The surround-sound of upbeat music will have you moving, grooving, and cleaning, no matter which room you're in!

Having family or friends help out can be a good motivator to get some spring cleaning done. More sets of hands can make the job easier, the time goes faster, and the work seems fun. Mobility changes as we age, and there is no shame in asking others for assistance with some tasks. And some people love to clean. Give them a chance to do something they enjoy! A thank you to them could simply be offering them lunch. Another way to find some helping hands is to contact a leader of a youth group in your area. They are often looking for ways to volunteer their time or opportunities to raise a little money. Throwing a "cleaning party" can be great motivation, whether it's a party of 2 or a whole crew!

Declutter

Go room by room and remove unused items
Create 4 piles: Keep / Sell / Donate / Toss
Don’t forget digital clutter:
– Photos, apps, files on devices
– Unsubscribe from unused apps & email

Deep Clean The Basics

Kitchen
– Clean inside fridge, freezer, and pantry
– Degrease stove, oven, hood
– Run dishwasher cleaning cycle

Bathrooms
– Scrub grout/tile
– Wash shower curtains and bath mats
– Clean drains

Living Areas
– Dust top to bottom (fans, shelves, baseboards)
– Vacuum upholstery and under furniture
– Wash windows, window frames, door panels/top

Bring in Smart Cleaning Devices

Robot Vacuum & Mops:
– Schedule daily/weekly cleaning
– Map rooms for target cleaning zones (Examples: Roomba, Shark, etc.)

Smart Air Purifiers
– Replace filters and set schedules
– Monitor air quality via app (Helpful with spring allergens)

Cordless Stick Vacuums
– Lightweight for quick cleanups
– Great for stairs and cars

Smart Washing Machines/Dryers
– Alerts phone when a load is finished/ unbalanced

Printable Checklist

Clean & Optimize Your Tech

Wipe down screens, remotes, keyboards
Rename/organize smart devices within your RC Wi-Fi app, CommandIQ

Garage / Outdoor Space / Entryway

Sweep (or leaf blow) patios, decks, entryway
Use the Keep / Donate / Sell / Toss method in these spaces and use totes, racks, shelving
Clean outdoor furniture with mild soap & water

If you're using your smart TV or smart speaker, you've already started putting tech to work in helping you spring clean. If you're getting good at that and want to try something new, consider a robot vacuum to help you with some weekly upkeep. Robot vacuums have come a long way in technology and have come down in price. You can find them as low as $90 on up. A good average price for just a vacuum model (no mop) is about $249-299. The nice thing about them is that you can map out areas in your home and schedule the vacuum to clean as often as you'd like, maybe high traffic more often,and stay out of certain rooms and areas you don't want it in.

You can even personalize your robot vacuum by giving it a name, maybe "Wally, the Wonder Vac!" The best part is that they run while you're away from home to combat pet hair, help avoid crumbs on socks, and reach under beds and other furniture where it's tough to reach and dust can hide. If you're not sure about a robot vacuum quite yet, consider a cordless stick vacuum, which is lightweight, affordable, and easy to use.

Well, there's a reason why you have either heard someone say it, or said it yourself, "I don't do windows." because cleaning windows isn't much fun. If you agree, then here's the tech for you! There are now "window cleaning" robots. You fill them up with a cleaner, attach them to a window, and watch them go. They start at $136 and go up from there. This may have caught the attention of people with very large windows in their home or a lot of them. It may be some smart tech worth considering, especially if you feel you spend as much time and money on paper towels, cleaning supplies, and cleaning windows. You might just save money and get your time back!

Smart Purifiers are a great way to keep dust out of the air and off the floor. They can also be helpful by limiting spring allergens. Smart humidifiers may be another tech item to consider. They don't do much for cleaning, but they're definitely nice for comfort, especially if you feel like your home is dry and staticky. Each of these devices can be easily scheduled to turn on and used with the manufacturer's app at your convenience even while your away.