It’s that time of the year again! That’s right… Spring cleaning! The weather is warming up, allergens are making their way inside, and it’s time for a renewal of your home. While an annual deep cleaning is a necessity for keeping your home in prime condition, many people get caught up in daily life and the annual spring cleaning passes them by. This list is meant to guide you through your home and get that deep down clean that so often evades homeowners.
Throughout The House
- Dust blinds
- Clean light fixtures
- Clean window sills and wash windows
- Wash window screens
- Shampoo carpet and rugs
- Wipe down walls, baseboards and crown molding
- Replace batteries in smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detectors
- Replace air filters and clean out air vents
- Sanitize light switches and door handles
- Touch up paint throughout
Kitchen
- Clean microwave
- Clean oven
- Clean dishwasher
- Clean refrigerator & wipe down shelves and drawers
- Clean stovetop
- Defrost your freezer
- Throw out expired food if your fridge, freezer or pantry
- Dust high surfaces, such as the top of the fridge, cabinets, range hood
- Deodorize the kitchen drain
- Clean sponges and wash rags
- Mop floors
- Shake out or wash floor mats
- Disinfect trash can
- Replace water filter on your refrigerator
- Sharpen kitchen knives
- Deep clean bakeware, cutting boards, pots and pans
- Disinfect coffee maker and other small appliances
- Wash all table linens
Bathrooms
- Clean out medicine cabinets and take expired medications to a drop-off site
- Throw out expired hygiene products and makeup
- Clean makeup brushes
- Clean tub, shower, and showerhead
- Scrub tile grout, and recaulk if needed
- Mop floors
- Clean toilet, countertops and hardware
- Replace your shower curtain liner
- Disinfect toothbrush holders
- Disinfect and children’s bath toys
- Wash all floor mats
Living Areas
- Sanitize remote controls, gaming devices, and keyboards
- Dust or clean lamp shades
- Vacuum chairs and sofas, spot clean if needed
- Vacuum under cushions and furniture
- Wash slipcovers on furniture
- Dust decor, bookshelves and electronics
- Polish wooden furniture
- Condition any leather furniture
Laundry/Utility Room
- Clean out dryer vent and lint trap
- Clean washing machine and empty drain pump
- Reorganize laundry supplies and shelving
Bedrooms
- Wash all bedding, including duvets, comforters, pillows, sheets, mattress pads, and bed skirts
- Flip your mattresses
- Organize closets and go through clothes
- Change out seasonal clothing
- Donate unwanted clothing
- Sanitize children’s toys with soap and water
- Wash any stuffed animals
- Organize toys and donate any unwanted toys
- Organize any under-bed storage containers
Exterior
- Declutter tools and donate unused tools
- Sweep and mop garage floor
- Change batteries in your garage door openers
- Power wash the deck, siding and garage door
- Restain deck if needed
- Clean grill and any outdoor furniture
- Clean out and repair gutters
- Trim trees and shrubbery
- Plant flowers and garden if desired
- Add mulch to trees and landscaping
- Wash and wax vehicles
- Dust and wipe away and cobwebs
- Inspect and repair any roof shingles
- Check sprinkler system
An annual spring cleaning is important for your family’s home because it helps you detox and start fresh in the new season while also keeping your family and home healthy.
If your days are overwhelmed with kids’ schedules, work obligations, or simply the busyness of daily life, SET Cleaning can help make your spring cleaning dreams a reality. With customizable services and licensed professionals, you can ensure that your home receives the best treatment and care possible. Call us today to learn more at 000-000-0000 or visit us online at www.setcleaning.com!
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