Spring cleaning feels like the buzzword of the moment. We're either thinking about it, talking about it, or doing it, but this can leave us pondering one question: why is spring cleaning a thing?

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Terri Williams is a journalist covering housing trends. This year, 8 in 10 Americans plan to participate in spring cleaning, ...

Cortney Roy, founder of A Touch Above, a residential and commercial cleaning service. Remote controls can harbor bacteria and viruses, so it’s important to disinfect these high-touch surfaces ...

Spring is a time for fresh starts, and as flowers bloom and temperatures rise, many of us feel the urge to freshen up our home environment. Spring cleaning not only creates a visually appealing space ...