Cleaning Projects You Should Tackle Before September

All of a sudden you blink and July is nearly over.  Summer can fly right by us, but it isn't too late to take advantage of the long summer days.

Now is the perfect time to make sure to get a few deep-cleaning projects in.

Additionally, since the weather is much more predictable and pleasant during the summer, it is the best time to schedule out projects before the cold temperatures begin to settle.  

Keep reading for our suggestions on which cleaning projects you should tackle before September, and click this link to read the full article.

Here is a snippet:

1. Blinds

"Metal and plastic blinds are some of the most important household items people should take time to deep-clean, but they tend to be neglected because it's a timely chore and is frankly a pain," says Antonio Shellman, owner of Klean Freaks, a residential and commercial cleaning service in New York City. "You’ll find if you don’t maintain dusting them on a regular basis, dust will start packing on, dulling the surface and blocking the light, which makes everything so much harder to clean."For metal or vinyl blinds, wipe each slat with a soft cloth moistened with warm water and dish soap. If you have vertical blinds, remove slats and lay them flat before wiping.  If your blinds are wooden, no soap is necessary—just wipe with a damp cloth.

2. Windows and screens

"The quality of your glass will deteriorate over time with age and exposure to the sun," says Trevor Cook, owner of Shine Bright San Diego, a window cleaning service.Glass is porous, so it expands in the heat of the day and contracts and cools at night, Cook explains. That daily dust and grime get below the surface of the glass and make your windows look cloudy. Cloudy days are fine; cloudy windows, not so much.You can tackle the dirt and grime that come from a summer of open windows with a bit of dish soap or white vinegar and water and a squeegee, but for a truly streak-free shine that will last the season, turn to the pros for a full cleaning.