Halfway Through the Year, Half the Stuff You Don’t Need: Let’s Fix That

Summer is the season of sunshine, color and energy. The days are longer, brighter and perfect for new beginnings. Now that we're officially halfway through the year, it's normal to want a change. Maybe you want to give your home a fresh summer vibe or make some extra space. Decluttering doesn’t just mean hiding things in your closet or stuffing the garage with boxes; it’s about creating a space that feels peaceful, open, and welcoming. Let’s talk about 5 practical ways to make your space clean and organized this summer with the help of a dumpster rental.

1. Start with a reality check

You can simply start by taking a walk through your home. You will probably see items that you haven’t touched since winter, or you don’t remember buying. Use the following tips to help you decide what to keep and what to let go:

One In, One Out

Every time you bring something new to your house, you should try to remove an item from your house. This is known as the “One in, One Out” decluttering method. For example, if you buy a table, you would get rid of another item similar to that category. If you buy a new couch, you remove the old couch. This way, you have space to place new items in your home without worrying about where to put all the old items.

The 12-12-12 Rule

The 12-12-12 rule is very helpful for organizing small spaces and keeping your home tidy without feeling overwhelmed. Find 12 things to throw away, 12 to donate and 12 to put back in the proper place. This is an ideal concept if you are looking for a quick and easy transformation of your space.

The “Would I Buy This Today?” Test

The “Would I Buy This Today?” rule helps you decide which items are no longer useful. For each item, ask yourself this question. If the answer is “no,” it’s time to let it go.

2. Start with the troubled zones

There are always some places in the house where clutter builds up fast. For example, the basement, garage, or attic. You might see a lot of forgotten or broken items you thought you would deal with “later” but never did. Simply decluttering these zones will make a big difference in motivation, and you will feel inspired to continue cleaning your home. If you are dealing with materials or debris that can’t be donated, a 10 yard dumpster rental is a smart solution for tossing unwanted household items. If you are not sure about what size dumpster you need, you can always call us and our team would be happy to provide you with more details about the types and sizes of the dumpsters.

3. Make Sorting Easy with 4 Simple Piles

Divide your stuff into four basic categories:

• Keep

• Donate

• Recycle

• Discard

The best practice is to make separate boxes or bags for each category. Keep what you love or use frequently. Donate gently used clothes, toys or furniture, and if something is broken, moldy or hasn’t been used in years, it is time to move them to the “Discard” pile. A dumpster rental would be great for disposing of everything that lands into the “Discard” category.

4. Use clear, labeled storage

Clear and labeled storage can help everyone in the house know where things belong. Storage items, such as see-through bins, make the process easier. Write labels or dates on masking tape and stick it on the bins to make it easier to find what you need.

5. Turn declutter day into a breeze

Pick a date and start small: one drawer, one shelf, one space at a time. Decluttering is not about perfection, it is about progress. When your space is lighter, you will feel a lot more comfortable. Put on your favorite song, warm-up with your best dance moves, and start cleaning. If you have a lot to toss, rent a dumpster from Vine Disposal. Your cleanup will be easier than ever. A small dumpster rental can carry a lot of junk and will save you from stuffing a dozen trash bags that will overfill your trash bin.

Let’s start the other half of the year with less stuff and more space.

Call us at 678-315-2193 to have more information about dumpster rental or visit vinedisposal.com to rent your dumpster today.