Declutter house and yard

House Declutter Checklist

Living Room

Remove unnecessary items

Dust and clean surfaces

Donate or sell items no longer needed

Organize and declutter coffee tables and side tables

Declutter and organize any storage ottomans or bins in the living room

Clean and declutter any decorative items or knick-knacks on display

Kitchen

Clear countertops

Clean appliances and surfaces

Organize utensil drawer

Sort through Tupperware and discard any missing lids or damaged containers

Donate or sell any kitchen gadgets or appliances that are no longer used

Clean out and organize spice rack or drawer

Go through cookbooks and donate any that are no longer used

Bedrooms

Declutter closets

Donate clothes not worn in the past year

Organize shoes and accessories

Make bed and tidy up bedside tables

Sort through and declutter dresser drawers

Donate or sell any unused or unwanted furniture

Go through books and donate any that are no longer wanted or needed

Bathrooms

Clear out expired medications

Organize toiletries

Dispose of empty containers

Clean shower, sink, and toilet

Declutter and organize cabinets and drawers

Donate or discard old towels and linens

Sort through and declutter makeup and beauty products

Dispose of old or expired personal care items

Remove clutter from countertops

Organize cleaning supplies under the sink

Check for any leaky faucets or fixtures that need repair

Yard Declutter Checklist

Front Yard

Remove dead plants

Store or properly dispose of any broken or unused outdoor decor

Backyard

Organize gardening tools

Check and declutter any outdoor lighting fixtures

Store or properly dispose of any unused pots or planters

Garage

Donate or sell unused items

Organize storage bins

Sort through tools and equipment, disposing of any broken or unused items

Clean and declutter workbench and shelves

Dispose of any hazardous materials properly

General

Create a system for keeping things organized

Set aside time each week for maintenance

Reward yourself for completing tasks

Enjoy your clutter-free home and yard!

Evaluate your current storage solutions and make any necessary upgrades or changes

Create a designated donation/sell pile for items you no longer need or want

Implement a labeling system for bins, boxes, and containers to easily find and store items

Establish a routine for decluttering and organizing different areas of your home and yard on a regular basis

Consider implementing a one-in, one-out rule for new items brought into your home to prevent future clutter buildup