Vacation planning usually involves booking accommodations, packing suitcases and making travel arrangements. But before you lock the door and head off on your summer getaway, taking a little time to prepare your home can make coming back even more enjoyable.
A few simple cleaning and organizing tasks before you leave can help you return to a fresh, welcoming space and give you greater peace of mind while you’re away.
Start with the Kitchen
One of the most important areas to focus on before leaving is your kitchen. Check your refrigerator and pantry for any food that may spoil while you’re away and dispose of anything nearing its expiry date.
Take out the garbage, wipe down countertops and run the dishwasher before you leave. These simple steps can help prevent unpleasant odours and make your return home much more pleasant.
Pro Tip: Place a fresh box of baking soda in your refrigerator before leaving to help keep things smelling fresh.
Tackle the Laundry
Returning home from vacation often means unpacking, catching up on errands and getting back into your routine. The last thing most people want to deal with is a pile of dirty laundry waiting for them.
Washing towels, bedding and clothing before you leave can help your home feel cleaner and more organized when you return.
There’s something especially comforting about coming home to a freshly made bed after a long day of travel.
Give High-Traffic Areas a Quick Refresh
You don’t need to deep clean your entire home before vacation, but focusing on high-traffic areas can make a big difference.
Vacuum floors, tidy entryways, clear clutter from countertops and give bathrooms a quick refresh. These are often the first spaces you’ll notice when you walk through the door after your trip.
This simple summer house cleaning checklist can help ensure you return home to a fresh and welcoming space after your vacation.
A little effort before you leave can create a much more relaxing homecoming.
The MOLLY MAID Advantage
Many homeowners choose to schedule a professional cleaning before or after a vacation. A pre-vacation clean allows you to leave knowing your home is in great shape, while a post-vacation clean helps you settle back in without adding household chores to your to-do list.
For more than 50 years, MOLLY MAID has helped Canadians enjoy cleaner homes and more free time. Our professional, trained, bonded and insured cleaning teams are ready to help make your summer a little easier.
Book your free in-home estimate today and leave for your next vacation with one less thing to worry about.
