The Easter break is traditionally a time when DIY-ers roll up their sleeves

WHETHER you are looking to get your home sale ready or simply embarking on a thorough tidy up – it’s time to banish the winter blues with a spring in your step.

If you are selling your home, then you will want it to look it’s very best for the viewers and taking action is likely to keep you one step ahead of the competition.

Beating the rush means you can start showcasing your property earlier than others, so now is the perfect time to get serious about selling.

There are many simple yet effective tips to give sellers the edge and attract prospective buyers to their property – remembering always that first impressions count.

Alternatively, if a thorough spring clean has been on your agenda for a while and you keep putting it off (perhaps because you don’t know where to start) tackling the clutter one room (or even cupboard) at a time will lead to overall satisfaction. 

Remember to take things slowly and don’t take on too much at once. If you get overwhelmed then the chances are that you will become fed up, leading to you giving up.

Here’s out Top 10 Tips:

1. Start small until you feel in control of the situation. Maybe kick off with a drawer or cupboard and work your way methodically through the room – one room at a time.
2. Work to some kind of order or have a system in place– have labelled boxes for items you want to throw away, recycle or sell.
3. The airing cupboard (if you have one) is a great place to start. Many charity or pet shops will accept clean, unwanted towels and beddings for local animal welfare organisations.
4. Think about clutter control if you are selling your home. In preparation for viewings, pack away any items that may make your home look crowded, including toys. Potential buyers will want to imagine themselves in the property with their belongings.
5. If you have a small kitchen, every inch of space counts. Try and clear worktops as much as possible to maximise the space.
6. Typically, the lounge is the hardest room to keep free from clutter, particularly if you have a family. Think about donating any unwanted books and magazines – and when was the last time you actually watched a DVD or played a CD?
7. Fed up with shoes and outdoor clothes cluttering the hallway? A shoe cupboard and coat stand will help keep the space neat and tidy.
8. Encourage young members of the family to tidy their own space and help them to set aside any unwanted or unused toys and clothes – particularly if Santa has recently delivered a new supply of goodies.
9. If, like the majority of homeowners, you use your garage for storing everything apart from the car, keeping it clutter free will reveal how much space there actually is.
10. Gardens and patios can seem a bit dull at this time of year, but you can still make the most of what space you have with a general tidy up and simple repairs. Throw away any broken pots, garden furniture or children’s toys.

However, for those jobs that you don’t have the time or capability to manage alone, you can find out more about house clearance through Safe Local Trades.