You may put most of your deep cleaning efforts into the spring cleaning blitz , but fall is the perfect time to refresh your house before the holidays arrive. By focusing on a few important areas and giving key spots a deep clean before Halloween, you'll enter the holidays ready to relax and enjoy all season long.

Garage or Basement

Late summer to early fall is a great time to give your garage and/or basement a good deep clean and decluttering. "Get your garage back in order before the cold weather hits to make room for the car for the cold season," says Jamie Hord, professional organizer at Horderly. You may also need to remove some items to let you store outdoor furniture and items for the winter.

Entryway

As summer heads into fall, your entryway may become a jumble of too much s

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