How to Organize Your House: The Ultimate Decluttering Checklist

Starting the new year with a clean and organized home can do wonders for your peace of mind. Whether you’re tackling one room at a time or doing a full-home overhaul, having a decluttering checklist can make the process easier and more efficient. Plus, with the right strategy and tools, you can create a space that feels lighter, cleaner, and more functional.

At EZ Access Storage, we understand how challenging it can be to manage your belongings and keep your home organized. That’s why we’ve created this guide to help you get started and make the process as smooth as possible.

A home organization checklist is your roadmap to success. It breaks the overwhelming task of decluttering into smaller, manageable steps, helping you focus on one area at a time. Whether you’re sorting through seasonal items, kids’ clothes, or sentimental keepsakes, a checklist ensures nothing gets overlooked.

1. Kitchen

• Declutter: Toss expired pantry items, old spices, and mismatched Tupperware.
• Organize: Group similar items together, like baking supplies or canned goods.
• Storage Tip: Use stackable bins for pantry organization or consider storing seasonal kitchenware in an EZ Access Storage unit.

2. Living Room

• Declutter: Go through books, magazines, and DVDs, and donate items you no longer use.
• Organize: Use baskets or bins to store remotes, blankets, and toys.
• Storage Tip: Rotate seasonal décor into storage to keep your living space clutter-free.

3. Bedrooms

• Declutter: Sort through clothes, keeping only what fits and what you love. Donate the rest.
• Organize: Use drawer dividers and under-bed storage for optimal space usage.
• Storage Tip: Store bulky winter clothes in a storage unit during warmer months.

4. Closets

• Declutter: Remove items you haven’t worn in the past year.
• Organize: Arrange clothing by category and season using uniform hangers for a tidy look.
• Storage Tip: Keep off-season clothes and shoes in labeled bins inside a storage unit for easy access when needed.

5. Bathrooms

• Declutter: Toss expired makeup, toiletries, and medications.
• Organize: Use drawer organizers and baskets to group items by category.
• Storage Tip: Keep only daily essentials in your bathroom and move extra stock to a cabinet or storage space.

6. Garage or Basement

• Declutter: Get rid of broken tools, unused sports equipment, and old furniture.
• Organize: Group items by purpose (e.g., gardening tools, sports gear) and label bins.
• Storage Tip: Use EZ Access Storage’s vehicle storage options for large or seasonal equipment.

One of the best ways to maintain a clutter-free home is to use off-site storage for items you don’t need every day. Whether you’re storing seasonal decorations, extra furniture, or sentimental keepsakes, EZ Access Storage has a variety of options to fit your needs.

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Now that you know how to organize your house, it’s time to take action. With our home organization checklist, some practical storage solutions, and a clear plan, you’ll have your home organized in no time.

Ready to declutter and need extra storage space? Reserve your storage unit today! Our friendly team is here to help you every step of the way.

Don’t forget to download your free Decluttering Checklist here and take the first step toward a more organized 2025!