How to Keep Porch Pumpkins From Turning Into a Mess

Pumpkins are the symbol of fall, and a few of them on the porch instantly make any home feel festive and welcoming. But a rotting pumpkin leaks, smells and can stain concrete and wood, turning your beautiful entrance into a mess that is hard to clean.

It all starts with choosing the right pumpkin. A firm stem, no soft spots and no cuts or bruises mean it will last for weeks instead of days. Carrying it by the base, not by the stem, also prevents damage that speeds up rotting.

Protecting your porch is easy. Placing pumpkins on a tray, a plate or a piece of cardboard catches the moisture they release over time. Your floors and wooden decks stay free of dark stains that can be very difficult to remove later.

Warm North Texas afternoons speed up the rotting process, especially for carved pumpkins. Wiping them with a little diluted vinegar and keeping them in the shade during the day helps them stay fresh much longer and keeps your entrance looking great.

Do not wait until a pumpkin collapses. As soon as it gets soft or starts to smell, move it to the compost or a sealed trash bag and clean the spot with warm soapy water and a stiff brush before the stain sets.

Rotting pumpkins also attract flies, ants and even rodents to your door. Removing them on time keeps unwanted visitors away from your entrance and from the inside of your home, where they are much harder to get rid of.

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Enjoy your pumpkins and let us take care of the rest. Use code SPOOKY10 to get 10% off any cleaning service booked through November 2. Get your free quote now and keep your home fresh and beautiful this fall.