Kitchen (total time 3-4 hours):

oClean out fridge.

oWipe down freezer/fridge.

oScrub oven/stove top.

oClean appliances.

oClean ceiling fan.

oDust cabinets front and top.

oMove fridge out and clean behind it.

oVacuum refrigerator coils.

oWash out trash cans.

oClean or wash window treatments.

oSteam clean tile floors.

oEmpty drawers and cabinets and wipe down inside.

oRe-organize drawers and cabinets.

oTighten cabinet knobs.

oDust, clean, and reorganize shelves.

oWipe down microwave and steam clean inside.

oClean and descale coffee maker and teapot.

oClean out dishwasher trap and wipe gaskets.

oVacuum and sanitize under the sink.

oWipe down walls and backsplash.

oClean the top of the range hood.

oReseal stone countertops and grout as needed.

oClean windows and dust blinds or curtains.

Living Room and Dining Room (total time 2-3 hours):

oDust all light fixtures and fans and replace bulbs as needed.

oDust the corners of ceilings.

oVacuum or wash curtains and drapes.

oVacuum upholstered furniture.

oVacuum or wash throw pillows and blankets.

oClean windows and screens.

oDeep clean carpet.

oWipe down walls, trim, doorknobs, and light switches.

oDeclutter and dust bookshelves and media centers.

oClean television screen, stereo, remotes, and other electronics.

oClean wall art.

oReorganize china and display cabinets, dusting inside.

oPolish wood furniture.

Bathrooms (total time 2-3 hours):

oDust ceiling and corners.

oDust light fixtures.

oWipe down counter tops.

oClean toilet.

oClean area around toilet.

oScrub shower/tub.

oSwap out towels.

oSweep/mop floor.

oEmpty trash.

oWash dirty towels.

oEmpty all cabinets and clean inside.

oDiscard outdated medications and products.

oLaunder or replace shower curtain liner.

oClean and descale shower head.

oReplace caulk as needed.

oReseal grout and stone as needed.

oWash bathmats and rugs.

oClean and sanitize under sink.

oWipe down walls, switches, faucets, and door knobs.

Bedrooms (total time 2-3 hours per bedroom):

oRemove window treatments and vacuum or wash.

oDust ceiling corners.

oDust light fixtures and ceiling fans, replacing bulbs as needed.

oWash windows and screens.

oEmpty dresser drawers and clean out.

oDonate unwanted clothing and store off-season items.

oRefold and replace all clothing.

oEmpty and clean out nightstand drawers and shelves.

oClean under bed.

oFlip mattress if required.

oWash mattress pad, pillows, and all bedding.

oDust and polish wood furniture.

oDeep clean carpet and rugs.

oWipe down walls, light switches, and door knobs.

oClean wall art and mirrors.

Home Spring Cleaning Checklist

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Home Spring Cleaning Checklist

Closets (total time 1-2 hours per closet):

oWash all winter clothes.

oPack away winter clothes.

oSwap out for spring/winter wear.

oPut up winter shoes/boots.

oBring down spring/summer shoes.

oRemove clothing and donate unwanted items.

oDust and clean off shelves.

oVacuum floors.

Laundry Room and Mudroom (total time 2-3 hours):

oDust ceiling corners.

oSanitize inside of washer.

oWipe down inside of dryer.

oWipe down outside of washer and dryer.

oClean under and behind washer and dryer.

oCheck outside vent for dryer and vacuum if needed.

oRemove items from drawers and cabinets and clean inside.

oWipe down cabinets and replace items.

oClean ironing board cover.

oClean windows and screens.

oWipe down walls, switches, and doorknobs.

oClean rugs.

oWash pet bowls and reorganize pet items.

oMove off-season coats, shoes, and boots to back of closet.

oSweep and mop floors.

oWipe down baseboards.

Final Tips:oSack up all ill-fitting clothes for charily or garage sale.

oClear trash clutter and recycling.

oOpen all windows to fully air out home.

oHave pets groomed professionally.