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How to Clean a Basement: 22 Must-Read Tips
A basement can be a great extra space in a home – for storage, a playroom, a home gym, or more. However, it can quickly become musty and cluttered if you don’t properly clean and maintain it. It can also be a breeding ground for mold, mildew, and dust mites, especially if you own a home in Austin, TX, or Tampa, FL where there is a lot of humidity. If you’re not vigilant about keeping your basement clean, it can quickly become an unhealthy place to be.
Why is it important to clean and declutter your basement?
Maintaining a clean and well-organized basement has other benefits aside from aesthetics. “If your water heater breaks or your basement floods, it’s much easier to navigate a clean and organized basement,” notes Tina Curtis from Curtis E Organizing. “Also, because emergency technicians bill by the hour, a cluttered basement can cause delays and cost you a lot of money.”
With everything else taken care of, it’s time to start cleaning.
To help you achieve your cleaning goals, we asked experts for their best basement cleaning tips. Read on to learn more.