If you have a garden or tool shed, then it needs to be cleaned out on a regular basis. It does not matter whether you use the shed strictly for storing your supplies or other purposes, it still cannot be left dirty or full of cobwebs. You may not relish the task, but get ready to roll up the sleeves of your shirt and start cleaning!

There are still other reasons why you need to clean your garden shed regularly. Sheds can attract any number of unwanted creatures including ants, bees, mice and squirrels. These pests like dark corners and are drawn to the unfinished wood that most sheds have. Many animals like to use sheds to nest. However, once one type of pest moves in, often others will follow. For example, if mice take up residence in your shed, so will snakes and other creatures!

It is wise to clean your shed out once a week. To start, give the floor a good sweeping. Let your eyes scan the inside and outside in search of anything that shows signs  that you have been, or are about to be, infested with unwanted pests. Knock down anything you see that could invite trouble, such as old nests or clumps of leaves. Make sure to get rid of all cobwebs in the corners of the shed.

One of the best all around cleaners is vinegar. This is true for your house as much as it is for your outdoor shed. Fill a bottle with vinegar and water and use it to clean the surfaces of the shed, as well as any windows. Vinegar is not harmful if your pets decide to join you in the shed as you work. It is non-toxic and is excellent at fighting bacteria, mildew and mold. It also will get rid of any trails that ants, mosquitoes or other insects have left on the floor.

Keep the door of the shed open as you work. It also helps to open windows in order to get the air circulating. If the stale air is very heavy in the shed, then you might want to plug in a fan to improve airflow even more.

Finally, look for anything that needs to be repaired, cleaned more thoroughly or replaced.

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