How to Declutter Without Getting Overwhelmed

We all want a clutter-free home, but getting there can feel like an impossible task. The key? Start small and be strategic. At Hearth & Home Cleaning, we help busy homeowners in Grand Island, NY, simplify their spaces without the stress. Here’s how you can do it, too:

1. Choose One Small Area to Start

Trying to declutter your whole home at once is overwhelming. Instead, pick one manageable spot—a single drawer, a shelf, or a countertop.

2. Use the ‘Keep, Donate, Trash’ Method

Sort everything into three categories: ✔️ Keep – Items you use and love. ✔️ Donate – Things in good condition that you no longer need (we can even help you donate them!). ✔️ Trash – Anything broken, expired, or no longer usable.

3. Set a Timer & Make It Quick

Give yourself 20-30 minutes to declutter. If you focus, you’ll be amazed at how much you can accomplish!

4. Repeat Regularly

Decluttering isn’t a one-time event—it’s a process. Doing a little each day or week prevents clutter from building up again.

Pro Tip: Make Decluttering Easier

• Keep a donation bin in your home so you can add items as you go.

• Follow the "one in, one out" rule—if you buy something new, donate or discard something old.

• Tackle sentimental items last to avoid decision fatigue.

Feeling stuck? Hearth & Home Cleaning offers professional organizing services to make decluttering stress-free. Plus, we help donate usable items so nothing goes to waste. [Book a consultation today!]