If you’ve ever said, “I’ll throw that out next year,” this blog’s for you.
Sure, spring cleaning is great. But life gets messy all year long and clutter doesn’t follow a calendar. If you wait for that once-a-year spring purge, you might find yourself buried under boxes, broken appliances, and who-knows-what from last year’s home project.
So, why not make decluttering a year-round habit?
Not sure where to begin? No worries, we’ve got a few tips to help you get started!
Why You Shouldn’t Wait for Spring
That mystery kitchen drawer and your garage-turned-storage-unit prove one thing: junk accumulates faster than you might realize.
Doing one giant spring purge can feel overwhelming and even exhausting. A better approach? Think of decluttering as regular home maintenance. Small, consistent cleanups throughout the year can help keep things under control and can even feel like mini “resets” whenever life gets a little crazy.
Clutter creeps in differently in each season. Winter brings holiday decorations and all kinds of gift packaging, while summer brings outdoor toys and projects you swore you’d “get to later.” A little here, a little there. It all adds up throughout the year!
The Surprising Benefits of Regular Decluttering
Decluttering can actually help boost your health, mindset, and daily flow. Whether you’re just doing a little tidying up or a full apartment clean out, the benefits are well worth the effort.
Reduced allergens: Fewer items mean less dust, which can lead to cleaner air and easier breathing. Especially helpful for allergy sufferers!
Fewer pests: Clutter gives pests places to hide. Clearing it out makes your space less inviting to bugs and rodents.
Better sanitation: Open, clutter-free spaces are way easier to clean. No more wondering what those mystery smells are!
Reclaimed space: Whether it’s your living room or storage closet, decluttering can help make your space feel more spacious and more functional.
Less stress: A tidy, organized space can feel mentally lighter and less overwhelming.
Boosted productivity: With fewer distractions, you can focus better. This one’s for you if you’re a remote work warrior!
More self-awareness: Getting rid of stuff you don’t use helps you see what you actually use and love. You might even rediscover your personal style or spot patterns in your buying habits.
Simple Seasonal Decluttering Tips
First things first: Start small and keep it simple. You don’t need to block off an entire weekend. Tackle one drawer or one corner at a time for just one hour a week!
Remember, progress is progress.
Here’s how to break free from “the annual purge” and tackle clutter by season:
Winter: After the holidays, sort through decorations, gift wrap, and seasonal items. If you didn’t use something this year or forgot you even had it, it’s probably time to let it go.
Spring: Clear out the garage before yard work season kicks into gear. Make space for your lawnmower, garden tools, and bags of mulch (instead of old paint cans and tangled lights!)
Summer: Finished a renovation or DIY project? Schedule a residential construction cleaning for the scraps and leftovers before they become permanent fixtures.
Fall: Go through your closets and storage bins before cold weather hits. Donate coats, boots, and gear you no longer wear to make space for the items you actually wear.
Bonus tip: Call in the pros. At Junk Destroyers, we make it easy with fast, friendly, full-service junk removal. Whether it’s furniture, yard debris, or hot tubs (yep, we do that too), we’ve got your back.
It’s time to ditch that junk! Get your complimentary estimate and let us handle the heavy lifting. Book online or call us at 630-488-1929 today!
Declutter Smarter with Chicago’s Junk Removal Pros
No matter the season, Junk Destroyers is here to help you clear clutter fast. We’re locally owned, fully insured, and offer same or next-day service across Chicago’s North Shore and Northwest Suburbs. From single items to full cleanouts, we do the heavy lifting with fair pricing and friendly service. We recycle and donate whenever possible, giving your stuff a second life AND your space a fresh start. Learn more about us here.