6 New Year’s Resolutions for Your Home

While you’re resolving to take a fresh start for yourself, don’t forget about doing the same for your home! As your biggest investment, it’s smart to make new year’s resolutions to keep it on track throughout the year too. 

Some of these may already be part of your maintenance routine. If so, keep up the great work! Consider adding another one or two more to your list so your home is in the best condition that it can be.

These are some of our favorite easily attainable new year’s resolutions for your home. Which ones will you add in 2023?

Reduce Energy Use

Cut down on energy use in small ways, like turning off lights in empty rooms and shutting off water while brushing your teeth, to more significant ways like insulating ductwork. Invest in smart appliances, thermostats and lighting to run your home more efficiently. Recycling also counts toward this goal!

Boost Indoor Air Quality

Do this by having regular maintenance performed on your HVAC system. Change filters regularly. Ventilate your home so fresh air flows freely throughout. You may also consider air purification systems, plants that improve indoor air quality and vacuuming often to get rid of dust so it doesn’t float through the air.

Create a Home Cleaning Routine

Stay on top of cleaning so it doesn’t get overwhelming. Plan daily, weekly and monthly schedules, and involve others in the household. When you have a plan, you feel like you’re in control. (If you need help maintaining your regular cleaning routine, our professional team can help you create a schedule that works for you!)

Declutter Your Home

This is a big one, maybe the biggest on the list. Focus on problem areas first, like the garage, pantry or closets. Donate what you can, toss what needs to go and take note of what you have so you can use it without stocking up on duplicates. This will not only help clear out your home, but it will also help clear your mind.

Refresh Your Home’s Look

This can be as low-cost as simply rearranging your furniture. You can take it a step further by painting a room or updating decor to give yourself that boost a fresh start offers. Consider new bedspreads, sheets and pillows, and new towels as well. Even if you fill your home with fresh scents with candles and essential oils, that counts!

Perform an Appliance Check-Up

Do a health check on major appliances and tools in your home. If anything needs to be repaired, take this time to make a plan or budget for it if needed. The same goes for if anything needs to be replaced. Research energy-efficient or smart options and prepare for the upgrades when they need to happen. 

Sometimes keeping new year’s resolutions requires motivation or support. If you need ours, we’ve got professional cleaning teams dedicated to helping make homes on the Eastern Shore of Mobile Bay, including Fairhope, Point Clear, Montrose, Daphne and Spanish Fort, as well as Foley, Gulf Shores and Orange Beach, sparkle. Contact us today to book your appointment!