When the weather is heating up, the last thing we often feel like doing is getting stuck into cleaning. The main items on our to-do list during the scorching summer weather are lounging by the pool or sprawling out under the air conditioning. To prepare for the impending warm weather, we’ve compiled 4 cleaning tips for preparing for a very hot summer.

1. Deep clean the fridge

The last thing we want in summer is for our fridge to go on the fritz and all our food to be spoiled. Prior to the weather heating up, give the fridge a deep clean - throw out any old food and wipe over all the shelves and surfaces with a cleaning cloth to remove spills and grime. This will help keep your fridge running smoothly.

2. Tidy up your outdoor areas

During cooler weather, our gardens don’t often need much attention. If you haven’t spent time weeding, pruning, watering your plants, cleaning out the pool, and tidying your outdoor entertainment areas lately, make sure you do it before it gets too hot outside. That way your outdoor spaces will be ready to enjoy in the summer sunshine.

3. Get stuck into decluttering

You’ll be so thankful you decluttered your home before summer hits. Removing any unwanted items reduces the amount of dust in your home, helping those that suffer from dust allergies in the dry summer weather to keep them at bay.

4. Clean and protect mold-prone areas

As the humidity rises with the summer heat, mold can easily thrive in damp areas of your home like bathrooms, kitchens, and laundries. Before the warmer weather sets in, give these areas a thorough clean with a mold stain cleaner. Once cleaned, consider using nanocoat to protect surfaces and prevent future growth. Proper ventilation, such as opening windows or using fans, can also help keep moisture levels down and reduce the chances of mold returning with the warm weather.

Preparing your home for summer doesn’t need to be a stressful experience. Getting stuck into your cleaning chores early with these tips will help you spend more time keeping cool during summer, and less time worrying about the state of your home.