Spring Cleaning Checklist GENERAL

OUTDOORS

Wipe walls and ceiling, vacuum edges Vacuum and shampoo rugs, shake rugs and clean Reseal grout lines to prevent stains Dust books and shelves, take everything off of shelves and wipe books clean Clean upholstered furniture and cushions, shake outside Polish metal door and window hardware Dust house thoroughly, clean vents Wax and clean wooden furniture Wax wood and non-wood floors, scrub edges and underneath furniture Clean window treatments, machine wash or dry clean curtains, wipe wood and vinyl blinds Wash window screens Inspect smoke detectors, fire extinguisher, carbon monoxide alarm, review emergency plan Inspect cooling system, AC units _____________________________________ _____________________________________ _____________________________________ _____________________________________ _____________________________________ _____________________________________ _____________________________________ _____________________________________ _____________________________________ _____________________________________ _____________________________________ _____________________________________ _____________________________________ _____________________________________ _____________________________________ _____________________________________ _____________________________________ _____________________________________

De-clutter garage or shed Scrub decks, patios, driveways, and walkways Scrub outdoor furniture and wash cushions Inspect outdoor light fixtures Clean porch ceilings and walls Clean grill Begin planning landscaping projects Power wash siding and paint exterior of house _____________________________________ _____________________________________ _____________________________________ _____________________________________ _____________________________________ _____________________________________ _____________________________________ _____________________________________

KITCHEN De-clutter cabinets and drawers Defrost freezer Clean out fridge and freezer Clean oven Wipe down cabinets and check top for dust Wipe down small appliances Run dishwasher empty, try adding baking soda _____________________________________ _____________________________________ _____________________________________ _____________________________________ _____________________________________ _____________________________________ _____________________________________ _____________________________________

Spring Cleaning Checklist BATHROOMS Get rid of unused beauty products Restock first aid kit Wash fabric shower curtains Replace old shower curtain liner Wash or shake out rugs and bath mat Organize closets and cabinets _____________________________________ _____________________________________ _____________________________________ _____________________________________ _____________________________________ _____________________________________ _____________________________________ _____________________________________ _____________________________________ _____________________________________ _____________________________________

BEDROOMS Rotate or turn over mattress Clean pillows to remove dust and mold Vacuum or mop under bed Swap heavy bedding for lighter bedding Organize closet and gather items for donation Swap winter clothing for spring & summer clothing _____________________________________ _____________________________________ _____________________________________ _____________________________________ _____________________________________ _____________________________________ _____________________________________ _____________________________________ _____________________________________ _____________________________________

HOME OFFICE Organize files Place appropriate items in fire safe Clean computers and keyboards Organize and clean computer files _____________________________________ _____________________________________ _____________________________________ _____________________________________ _____________________________________ _____________________________________

UTILITY AND LAUNDRY ROOMS De-clutter basement and attic Set aside items for donation Protect items in case of flooding or leaks Move items used often to an accessible spot Clean washing machine Clean dryer lint trap _____________________________________ _____________________________________ _____________________________________ _____________________________________ _____________________________________ _____________________________________

TO DO LATER... _____________________________________ _____________________________________ _____________________________________ _____________________________________ _____________________________________ _____________________________________ _____________________________________ _____________________________________ _____________________________________