Spring Has Sprung, but so Has Pollen, Dirt, and Mud

Michael Rubino

Before diving into deep cleaning, make sure you plan to check off these boxes so the work is worth the effort!

For me, spring represents more of a fresh start than New Year’s Day ever could. It’s amazing what a little sunshine and temperatures over 50 degrees can do for a person’s outlook on life (trust me, I live in the Midwest; we all go a little mad when temperatures start to warm in March). But with my yard being mostly mud and dust bunnies congregating in corners, it’s also the time of year when I get the urge to do a good, deep-clean of my house.

“A healthy home is one that supports our ongoing well-being,” explains Michael Rubino, a mold and air quality expert, environmental wellness advocate, and founder of HomeCleanse. “We invest in security systems to keep ourselves and our belongings safe. We purchase items that bring us comfort and joy at home. We stock them full of wellness products. We ensure the water is filtered and the food inside is healthy. But a healthy home is one that provides a nurturing environment where our bodies can rest and heal.”

Put like that, spring cleaning sounds more important than ever before. Beyond decluttering, a thorough spring cleaning can help reduce indoor allergens, improve air quality, and tackle the hidden yuck that accumulates over winter.