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6 Technologies to Make Spring Cleaning a Breeze

Kayla Matthews by Kayla Matthews
17 March 2019
in Amazon Alexa, Connected Home, Google Assistant, Healthy Home, How-To, Product Guide
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iRobot Roomba 690 robot vacuum. Image: iRobot.

iRobot Roomba 690 robot vacuum. Image: iRobot.

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Whether you do spring cleaning every year as a personal tradition or not, it’s something everyone ends up doing. There’s something about being cooped up inside all winter that makes any living space feel stuffy. Once warmer spring weather arrives, everyone wants to start fresh. The plants and animals are getting a new start in life, so why shouldn’t you?

Spring cleaning brings along a major sense of accomplishment, but it’s also a lot of work. It’s exhausting, and you may not have time to clean your home as thoroughly as you’d like. That’s where technology steps in. Check out some of the best cleaning tech you can invest in to make every spring clean easy.

[1] iRobot Roomba 690

iRobot Roomba 690 with iRobot Home app. Image: iRobot.
iRobot Roomba 690 with iRobot Home app. Image: iRobot.

Vacuuming is a workout, especially when you’re taking on a task as big as spring cleaning your house. There’s a lot of ground to cover and you may not have much time to get it done, which is why robotic vacuums were invented. They come in many shapes and sizes, with different settings, so they’re prepared to clean everything from hardwood floors to thick rugs.

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To find a self-operating vacuum that won’t break the budget, check out the iRobot Roomba 690. It is among the best robot vacuums out there and works well in tight spaces, so hardwood studio apartments won’t cause any problems. Control it with an app on your phone or give it voice commands with Amazon Alexa or Google Assistant so you never have to chase it down around your house,

[2] Verilux Cleanwave Portable Sanitizing Wand

One problem people have with cleaning is finding the right way to do it. There are plenty of products to choose from on store shelves, but many contain unhealthy chemical substances that should be avoided. Instead, get a Verilux UV light sanitizing wand. 

It’ll kill germs quickly without leaving behind residue or a smell. Think of how often you wipe down your kitchen counters, door handles, and bathroom sinks. This sanitizing wand uses UV-C technology and is portable enough for travel. It will clean all those surfaces and more, getting into the cracks and crevices you could never get with a paper towel or cleaning cloth.

[3] Hayward TigerShark 2 Robotic Pool Cleaner

Anyone who has a pool knows it needs to be cleaned regularly, especially in the spring when the cover gets removed. Small animals, insects, and debris will have found their way into the pool, which can take an entire morning or afternoon to clean. Look into robotic pool cleaners to see just how much one can change your spring cleaning experience.

The TigerShark 2 from Hayward is your best option for getting your pool cleaned. It has a regular seven-hour cleaning cycle to thoroughly clean your pool while you go about your daily routine. It also comes with a remote control, so you can make it spot clean as needed. They’re generally priced at anywhere between $1,500 and $2,000, so check your local pool stores as well as online to get the best price for your budget.

[4] Black+Decker Flex Vac

Black+Decker Flex Vac. Image: Black+Decker.
Black+Decker Flex Vac. Image: Black+Decker.

Some of the hardest areas to clean in your home will be the tiniest and the highest to reach. Corners of your ceiling that have gathered dust or spider webbing may have looked terrible all winter, but a handheld vacuum will transform them in seconds. Get one that’s battery powered, so you don’t have to wrangle a power cord around your house. They’re light and easy to use, so you can tote one around to any area of your home that needs vacuuming.

Smaller vacuums aren’t any less powerful, and the Black+Decker Flex Vac proves that. It has a three stage filtration system that sucks up everything from dust to pet hair, trapping it all in its secure dirt bowl.

[5] Litter-Robot III Open Air Self-Cleaning Litter Box

Litter-Robot III Self-Cleaning Litter Box. Image: Litter-Robot.
Litter-Robot III Self-Cleaning Litter Box. Image: Litter-Robot.

Cats are wonderful pets, but like any living creature, they have to relieve themselves somewhere. That means having a dirty litter box in your house, and that smell can ruin the spring cleaning effect you’re looking for. Self-cleaning litter boxes will change your world. Your cat will never notice the difference, and you can ensure a smooth adjustment to the new box by using the same litter.

Advertised as the last litter box cat owners will ever buy, the Litter-Robot III Open Air model will change your cat’s life. Cats up to 20 pounds can use it, and after they finish their business, it will automatically start picking up dirty litter. It eliminates litter box odors and continues to work its magic even if you’re off on a vacation. It’s well worth the $449, and could save you money in the future by doubling as your pet sitter too.

[6] Workx Turbine WG520 12 Amp Leaf Blower

Worx Turbine WG520 corded leaf blower, Image: Worx.
Worx Turbine WG520 corded leaf blower, Image: Worx.

Electric leaf blowers are a major timesaver when it comes to spring cleaning, and are a great option if you are not averse to tugging a long electrical cord around your yard. Spring will inevatably cover your yard and patio in pollen, along with leftover leaves and debris from major storm systems. An electric leaf blower will have you clearing off your driveway, patio, and even your lawn in less than an hour.

This Worx Turbine WG520 12 Amp corded leaf blower has a force of 110 mph, double the power of most gas-powered blowers. At only six pounds, it’ll be easy to carry around even the largest yard, and it costs much less than battery-powered blowers.

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The best thing you can do to decide what kind of spring cleaning tech you should get is to make a list of what you’d like to get done. Whatever your plan of action is, you can find the right tech to help make your life easier. Remember to research reviews so you know you’re getting a good product. Once you use technology to help you clean, you’ll never think of spring cleaning the same way again.

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