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Fall into Clean

Your Ultimate Guide to Prepping Your Home for Colder Weather!

By By Amy Mercer, Owner of A Mother's Touch Cleaning Company October 27, 2024

It’s inevitable, winter is coming! Let’s get ready!!

Decluttering and Organizing Summer Items

  • Go through all your closets and pack away any summer items you won’t need until next year. Store them away in bins or vacuum sealed bags to help in saving space.
  • Get rid of what you don’t need! As you are packing your summer items away, donate items you didn’t use to free up closet space. Have a plan to drop these items off to donate as part of your errands. Don’t let it sit in your car until next season! Many schools have drop bins on site, so bring it with you when you pick up the kiddos!
  • Clean and store all of your summer gear, furniture, bikes, and lawn equipment. This helps keep things neat and orderly plus it protects them from the harsh New England weather. 

Clean Up Outdoor Spaces

  • Clean up leaves, branches, and other debris from your yard to prepare for snow and ice.
  • Check to make sure your gutters are cleaned to avoid leaks and roof damage.

Deep Clean Before Winter

  • Clean window seals to prevent drafts and save money to heat your home.
  • Clean and freshen up your rugs and carpets to remove any leftover summer dust, sand and allergens.
  • Clean vents, air filters to make sure your heating system is winter ready!

Get Cozy Ready

  • Swap out those lightweight comforters for thicker cozier options.
  • Set up a bin/area to store all the coats, gloves, winter gear.
  • Swap out summer decor throughout the house to replace them with fall themed items.




As the time change approaches and the temperatures drop, you deserve a cozy retreat. With a little decluttering and cleaning, you will be ready to enjoy the winter season in comfort. If you need some help getting your home winter-ready, don’t hesitate to reach out to A Mother’s Touch Cleaning Co. We’re here to clean and help make your space sparkle. Your house is the perfect place to hibernate, make it fabulous!