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Spring Cleaning Checklist (Room by Room)

Spring Cleaning Checklist (Room by Room)

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Comprehensive spring cleaning checklist covering every area of the home including kitchen, living areas, bedrooms, bathrooms, closets, garage, and outdoor spaces.

Spring Cleaning Checklist

Spring cleaning is the perfect opportunity to refresh and rejuvenate your home after the long winter months. A thorough cleaning not only brightens up every room but also creates a healthier, more organized living space. By tackling each area step by step, you can declutter, deep clean, and make your home feel brand new. With a clear checklist in hand, the process becomes manageable, rewarding, and even enjoyable.

1. General & Whole-House Tasks

1Open windows to air out the house / ventilate rooms
2Replace or clean HVAC/air filters
3Dust and wipe baseboards, moldings, door frames
4Clean light fixtures, ceiling fans, and bulbs
5Wipe down walls and switch plates
6Dust blinds, curtain rods, and window sills
7Clean ceiling corners, cobwebs, vents, and registers
8Vacuum or wipe under furniture and behind large items
9Check and test smoke detectors, carbon monoxide alarms, fire extinguishers
10Declutter common areas — donate, toss, or organize items

2. Kitchen & Pantry

1Empty and clean refrigerator and freezer (interior, shelves, trays)
2Defrost freezer, check for ice buildup
3Clean stove top, oven interior, oven racks
4Clean microwave, range hood, vent filters
5Wipe down cabinet doors, drawer fronts, and shelves
6Scrub sink, faucet, and backsplashes
7Clean and organize pantry — discard expired items
8Clean small appliances (toaster, coffee maker, blender)
9Move large appliances to clean floor underneath
10Sanitize trash bins and recycling containers

3. Living & Common Areas

1Dust and polish all furniture surfaces
2Vacuum or clean upholstery and cushions
3Wash or vacuum curtains, drapes, blinds
4Clean windows, glass doors, and window screens
5Wipe electronic screens, remotes, cables
6Clean shelves, books, décor, picture frames
7Vacuum and mop floors, including edges and corners
8Clean rugs / carpets (steam clean or shampoo)
9Organize books, DVDs, games, media storage
10Wipe door knobs, handrails, light switches

4. Bedrooms

1Wash all bedding, including pillow covers, sheets, comforters
2Flip or rotate mattress; vacuum mattress surface
3Dust and wipe dressers, nightstands, headboards
4Clean inside wardrobes, closets, and drawers
5Donate or discard unused clothes or accessories
6Clean mirrors, vanity surfaces
7Launder curtains or blinds
8Vacuum or mop the floor and under bed
9Organize bedside clutter (books, chargers, etc.)
10Check under-bed storage; discard or organize stored items

5. Bathrooms & Laundry

1Clean shower, bathtub, and grout lines
2Scrub sinks, faucets, and vanity surfaces
3Clean or replace shower curtains / liners
4Wipe mirrors and glass surfaces
5Clean or sanitize toilet (inside, base, behind)
6Clean exhaust fans and vents
7Clean washing machine (inside drum, seals, detergent drawer)
8Clean dryer exhaust, lint trap, vent duct
9Mop floors, wipe tiles, baseboards
10Organize cabinets / medicine cabinet, discard expired items

6. Closets & Storage Areas

1Empty closet completely, dust shelves, walls
2Sort items — keep, donate, discard
3Clean closet floors, vacuum or mop
4Wipe rods, hooks, shelf edges
5Organize shoes, bags, seasonal items
6Use storage bins or labels for better order
7Inspect and clean storage bins / boxes
8Check and repair closet lighting
9Clean under storage shelves
10Review and reorganize drawers / storage shelves

7. Garage, Basement & Utility Rooms

1Sweep and mop garage/basement floors
2Dust and wipe shelves, workbenches
3Clean windows, cobwebs, lighting fixtures
4Organize tools, lawn & garden equipment
5Check and clean sump pump, drains, utility connections
6Inspect and clean water heater, furnace area
7Remove clutter, old paint cans, unused items
8Clean garage door tracks and lubricate hardware
9Check for pests / rodent signs and seal gaps
10Sort and declutter stored seasonal items

8. Outdoor Areas & Entryways

1Sweep porches, patios, walkways
2Wash front door, door frame, and hardware
3Clean outdoor lights, clean bulbs, fixtures
4Clean windows from outside and wash screens
5Power wash siding, deck, driveway if applicable
6Clean gutters and downspouts
7Organize outdoor furniture, cushions, decor
8Trim plants, shrubs, clear debris
9Check and clean exterior vents, exhausts
10Sweep threshold and entry mats

9. Floors, Carpets & Hard Surfaces

1Vacuum all carpets, rugs, mats
2Shampoo or deep-clean carpets where needed
3Mop hard floors with appropriate cleaner
4Clean tile grout, reseal where needed
5Polish wood floors or apply treatment
6Clean under appliances and heavy furniture
7Clean baseboards and thresholds
8Spot-check for stains and treat
9Buff or wax floors if applicable
10Clean transitions between flooring types

10. Final Check & Maintenance

1Walk through every room to ensure no spot is missed
2Cross off tasks completed and note any pending issues
3Make a list of repairs, replacements, or professional help needed
4Re-stock cleaning supplies and tools
5Dispose of trash and recycling properly
6Return furniture to original arrangement
7Check lighting—replace any burned-out bulbs
8Test doors, windows, locks for proper operation
9Review safety items (fire extinguishers, detectors) again
10Set reminders or schedule for regular maintenance / mini-cleaning
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