Housebuilder Barratt and David Wilson Homes is encouraging North Yorkshire residents to think proactively when it comes to decluttering their homes this spring.

With the season symbolizing a new beginning, many people also see spring as a chance to renew or rearrange their home, but many people may feel lost when faced with their own accumulated clutter.

In collaboration with The Declutter Hub, Barratt and David Wilson Homes has compiled a list of top tips to help residents spring clean their home.

Lesley Spellman and Ingrid Jansen from The Declutter Hub have 30 years' experience helping to motivate and support people overwhelmed with clutter. When asked how residents can declutter their home, Ingrid and Lesley compiled a five-point plan.

Take it easy

Clutter accumulates quickly and is far harder to get rid of, so residents shouldn't expect it to disappear overnight. If things take longer than first thought, it's okay. The trick is not to berate themselves and celebrate even the small victories to help boost a positive mental attitude.

Set goals

The biggest mistake most make is jumping headlong into a project without a plan for the outcome. Taking time to envision the big picture whether the project is turning a dumping room into a home office, or simply making space in a wardrobe is crucial. Keeping that vision firmly planted in their heads while carrying out the project is another great way to stay motivated.

Start small, one cupboard at a time

When tackling a project, homeowners need to think about their energy levels, how much time they have and what other tasks might come their way. They need to make sure to declutter when their energy is at its best. If they're not a morning person, leave the decluttering to later in the day. Also, they need to break it down - one hour at a time works for many but there is no need to overdo it.

Build up decluttering muscle

Starting with easier, less emotional rooms like a kitchen, bathroom or linen cupboard can be beneficial. There may still be some tricky items that are harder to let go of, but normally these rooms are more straightforward. Once the decluttering muscle has started to flex, it's easier to move onto more tricky categories like books, paperwork and sentimental items.

Incorporate daily resets

Every day, sometimes several times a day, everyone will need to reset. A morning reset and an evening reset are essential. The more they're done, the less time they take. A reset is a combination of tidying and cleaning and includes a list of non-negotiables.

Non-negotiables might be putting on one load of laundry a day, wiping down work surfaces, unloading the dishwasher, sweeping the floor. Everyone's non-negotiables are different, but they need to be just that - not negotiable! Once resets become a habit, chores become part of daily life and not an additional stress.

Lesley and Ingrid concluded: “Spring is the perfect time to think about decluttering, but don't expect it to happen overnight.

"Planning and breaking down jobs into realistic chunks means you'll be motivated by progress as you go, and your goal of having a more organised home will become much more achievable.”

Sam Wood, Sales Director at Barratt and David Wilson Homes Yorkshire West, said: “Starting spring in a positive way is important to our residents across North Yorkshire and we want to help them achieve their goals.

“We would like to thank The Declutter Hub for sharing these amazing tips, which will no doubt help to keep everyone's home feeling fresh and organised as we move through the season.”

For more information about The Declutter Hub, visit the website.

For more information about nearby developments, visit the website at Barratt Homes in North Yorkshire or David Wilson Homes in North Yorkshire.

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NOTES TO EDITORS

1. For further information about Barratt and David Wilson Homes, please contact Adam Jeffs on 0116 247 1777 or email adamj@unsworthsugden.co.uk

2. Barratt and David Wilson Homes are part of Barratt Redrow PLC, a FTSE100 company

3. Barratt Redrow was awarded a maximum five-star rating for the 16th consecutive year in the 2025 Home Builders Federation Customer Satisfaction Survey

4. Site managers working for Barratt Redrow won 115 awards for quality workmanship in the 2025 NHBC Pride in the Job Awards. Barratt has won more Pride in the Job awards than any other housebuilder for the past 21 years