After the Christmas tree is down and holiday decorations are put away the house looks like it could use a good cleaning, but where to begin?  The thought can be daunting and overwhelming, so make a list of  rooms and areas that need to be tackled. Give yourself time as all the jobs won't be done in a day.





Here are a few helpful tips to get you started:





Deal with drop zone areas and clutter in general. These can become unnecessary stress. An organized house is a more comfortable home to live in.




Consider working top to bottom in each room. Start with the ceiling fan, lamps and furniture before tackling the floors. Move furniture to get the untouched areas.




Windows cleaned inside and out will let the light shine in brighter. Clean window treatments - they can harbor a lot of dust.




The kitchen may get regular cleaning, but could use a deep clean after all the holiday cooking and baking. The appliances, cabinets, and drawers cleane ...