The Ultimate Room-by-Room Decluttering Guide for Busy Families
Between school runs, work, and family time, clutter can build up before you notice.
If you’ve been wanting to reclaim your space, but feel overwhelmed just thinking about it, you’re not alone. The secret is simple: don’t do it all at once. Tackle your home one room at a time.
This easy, family-friendly guide walks you through each area of your home with quick decluttering tips, what to keep, toss, or donate, and when to call in EasyGig for the big stuff.
Start Small: The Entryway and Living Room
These are the first spaces your family (and guests) see, and they set the tone for your home.
Quick Declutter Tips:
- Clear surfaces like shoe racks, tables, and benches.
- Add baskets or bins for shoes, keys, and mail.
- Toss or donate coats and shoes that no longer fit.
Tame The Kitchen Chaos
The kitchen is the heart of the home, and clutter here can make daily life feel hectic.
Declutter Checklist:
- Toss expired pantry items, sauces, and spices.
- Donate duplicates (how many spatulas do we need?).
- Clear counters for a cleaner look and easier meal prep.
- Wipe down cabinets and fridge shelves as you go.
Bedrooms: Simplify, Don't Stress
Bedrooms should be restful, not reminders of chores undone.
Declutter Checklist:
- Start with nightstands and dressers and remove what doesn’t belong.
- Sort clothes: keep, donate, or remove anything unworn for 6+ months.
- Store out-of-season clothes in bins under the bed or a closet organizer.
- Let your kids help choose toys or clothes they’ve outgrown to donate.
Bathroom Refresh: Toss the Expired Stuff
Bathrooms collect more junk than you think.
Declutter Checklist:
- Toss expired makeup, medications, and skincare products.
- Donate unopened extras to local shelters (check rules first).
- Use drawer organizers for daily essentials.
- Replace bulky storage with sleek baskets or shelves.
A quick declutter here makes morning routines smoother and keeps countertops clear.
Garage, Basement, & Attic: The Big Stuff
Here’s where most families get stuck, these spaces become the “catch-all” for years of forgotten items.
Declutter Checklist:
- Sort everything into zones: keep, donate, or junk.
- Remove duplicates (how many paint cans or holiday bins do you really need?).
- Label bins by category, such as, tools, sports gear, seasonal décor.
- For large items like old bikes, broken furniture, or boxes of junk… schedule EasyGig.
Pro Tip: Don’t try to do the entire garage in one day. Pick one section, like shelves or a corner, and move outward.
EasyGig can do same or next day pickup with a flat fee rate per truckload, making it easy to schedule junk removal at your convenience.
What to do with everything you don't need
Once you’ve sorted your clutter:
- Book an EasyGig haul for anything too big or bulky to handle. Just leave it curbside, schedule for same day or next day pickup, and we’ll make sure it’s disposed of responsibly.
