Spring has sprung! Now is the best time to get that deep cleaning out of the way! Open your doors and windows, let some fresh air in and get it done! Here are some great tips for cleaning your home from ground to roof.
Bedrooms
Vacuum / Mop Floors
Wipe Down Baseboards
Do Laundry
Empty Trash
Wash Windows, Window Sills & Window Treatments
Dust Lamps, Picture Frames & Furniture
Wash Linens & Freshen Up the Bedding
Wipe Down / Vacuum Furniture and Under
Empty Each Drawer, Wipe it Out & Put Everything Back Neatly
The Bedroom Extras
Declutter your wardrobe, shelves & drawers
Throw or donate your old clothes, books you don’t read & things you don’t use at least once a week.
Bathrooms
Mop Floors
Wipe Down Baseboards
Wash Windows, Window Sills & Window Treatments
Vacuum / Wipe Down Exhaust Fan Vent
Do Laundry
Dust
Empty Trash
Wipe Down Hard Surfaces
Clean Tub, Shower, Showerhead & Drain
Wash Towels & Mats
Wash Mirrors
Clean Sink & Drain
Clean Toilet Inside & Outside
Empty all Cabinets & Shelves, Wipe Them Our & Put Everything Back Neatly
The Bathroom Extras
Throw away any expired or unused cosmetic products
Check grout lines and reseal them if necessary
Shine all faucets & other metal parts
Living Room & Dining Room
Vacuum / Mop Floors
Wipe Down Baseboards
Wash Windows, Window Sills & Window Treatments
Dust
Empty Trash
Wipe Surfaces
Wipe Down all Electronics
Wash all Pillows & Covers
Wipe Down / Vacuum Furniture and Under
Water the Plants – time for re-pot or fresh dirt?
The Living Room & Dining Room Extras
Sort your books, magazines, DVDs, CDs, games, etc.
Remove everything from shelves and re-organize
Kitchen
Vacuum / Mop Floors
Wipe Down Baseboards
Do Laundry
Wash Windows, Window Sills & Window Treatments
Dust
Empty Trash & Clean Trash Can
Wipe Surfaces
Clean Fridge & Freezer – Inside and Out
Clean Refrigerator Coils & Exhaust Fan Filter
Clean All Small Appliances
Clean Sink, Drain & Garbage Disposal
Wash & Sanitize Counters & Cabinets
Clean Stove Top & Oven
Empty all cabinets & drawers, wipe them and put everything back neatly.
The Kitchen Extras
Organize your cabinets, pantry, freezer & fridge
Clean your dishwasher & wash dishes
Sanitize cutting boards
Sharpen knives
Unclog Drain with Baking Soda & Vinegar
Clean Oven with Baking Soda & Water
Home Office
Vacuum / Mop Floors
Wipe Down Baseboards
Wash Windows, Window Sills & Window Treatments
Dust
Empty Trash
Wipe Surfaces
Organize Files on your Computer
Delete all Unnecessary Programs & Apps
Scan your Computer for Viruses
Sell or Donate Unused Gadgets
Wipe Down all Electronics
Wipe Down / Vacuum Furniture and Under
Water the Plants – time for re-pot or fresh dirt?
The Home Office Extras
Organize & hide all loose wires & cables
Organize your bills & medical papers
Clean your computer keyboard
Don’t Forget To…
Collect & take out all trash
Open all blinds and/or curtains
Wash all doors & knobs
Wash all switch plates
Clean all carpets
Check all corners
Declutter wherever you can