Spring is the perfect time to refresh your space and clear out built-up clutter. Don’t worry — getting rid of unwanted items doesn’t have to be daunting. With the right strategies, you can streamline the process and create a more organized and peaceful space.
Rent a Dumpster
Renting a dumpster is one of the most efficient ways to tackle a major spring-cleaning project. It’s beneficial if you’re dealing with large amounts of clutter or bulk items like old furniture or appliances. You can easily dispose of everything at once, saving you significant time and effort. Dumpsters are available in various sizes, making it convenient to choose one that’s ideal for your needs. Contact your local government to determine if you need a permit to have a dumpster on your property.
Block Out Time to Declutter
Block out time in your schedule if you want to get rid of unwanted items quickly while spring cleaning. Doing it gradually stretches out the process and makes it more tedious. Commit to purging unwanted items for two or three consecutive days so you can use renting a dumpster as a motivator and help simplify the process.
Do One Room at a Time
Many spring cleaners jump between rooms instead of doing one room at a time. However, that could easily cause someone to lose focus. Do one space at a time, such as eliminating everything you don’t want from the living room, before you move on to the next room.
Create Donate and Sell Piles
Make consignment and donation piles for items that are in good condition. Consignment is an easy way to part with items that still have some value. You do lose out on some money due to the associated fees, and there’s no telling how quickly they’ll sell (if at all). But someone else handles the selling process for you, so you don’t have to worry about meeting up with random people.
Once you create the donation and sell piles, remove them immediately. Procrastinating can be tempting, but it only leads to clutter in your home or a new space, such as your car. Check with the consignment people first, so if they’re not interested in the items, you can donate them if you choose.
Start making a spring-cleaning plan to dispose of your unwanted items so you can have a well-organized space sooner rather than later. Call A&A Recycling to rent a residential dumpster in the San Jose, CA area to help with the task. Or you can fill out the form on our website.
