With the temperature rising and restrictions lifting, more and more people are feeling confident to spend time outside of their living spaces. Spring is here and it’s the perfect time to reset everything in your home with a deep clean of your apartment, especially after such a prolonged time inside. When cleaning is complete, the space will feel so fresh that will serve you well for both body and mind.
As you have a better look at your place and your belongings, now is the best time to check your renters’ insurance policy and make sure everything is up to date. Despite spending so much time indoors, we might not have noticed some things breaking down. Doing a complete checkout will prevent potential accidents going forward.
The management company overseeing your property will take care of the heavier tasks around the community, but there are still plenty of smaller—but vital—tasks around your apartment that you can do to kick off spring cleaning. Here are a few steps not to miss while tidying your rental space:
- Clean the windows. This will help you get more sunlight in your rooms, but it is also a good time to check them for potential cracks, or seals that need replacing or any other issues that could cause more damage if left unattended.
- Organize drawers and closets. As you swap your winter sweaters for lighter clothing, have a look at your valuables. Make sure they are all included in the personal property coverage of your renters insurance. If some pieces are more valuable and you consider you need some extra coverage, you can contact your insurers to see if they offer optional extended protection for them.
- Check batteries in all your smoke detectors. While making sure the smoke detectors are functioning is a must, spring cleaning is the perfect time to have a closer look at the safety devices around your apartment. Renters insurance covers the cost of your personal belongings in case a fire breaks out, but prevention remains the best path.
- Clean out your dryer. According to the U.S. Fire Administration, clothes dryers cause roughly 2,900 house fires each year, with a third of those resulting from a failure to clean the dryer. Take your time with cleaning it both inside and out, including the vent, drum and exterior.
