Spring Cleaning

By Jason Anderson: Symplyf, LLC

Daylight savings time is upon us, and what does this mean-Spring Cleaning time! The days are getting longer, weather is getting warmer, the sun is shining more often, that fresh spring air is filling our lungs-giving us more energy and desire to deep clean and organize our homes.

Many of us have spent a lot of time indoors staying warm and entertaining family/friends over the holidays.  We have accumulated extra “stuff” and our homes have been turned upside-down with all the guests and activities.  Now is the time to take control of our homes again!

This Spring Cleaning Checklist is a comprehensive guide that can be personalized to meet your individual needs.

SPRING CLEANING CHECKLIST

Kitchen Cleaning:

• remove anything from the kitchen that doesn’t belong
• clean and disinfect the trash can
• clean the microwave
• deep clean the dishwasher
• clean and organize the refrigerator
• clean and organize the freezer
• replace refrigerator water filter
• vacuum refrigerator coils
• clean the oven
• clean the hood vent and change filter if needed
• clean stove top burners
• clean and disinfect the garbage disposal
• clean and organize storage containers
• reorganize kitchen cabinets and drawers
• clean and organize kitchen drawers
• straighten cups, mugs, and glass cabinet
• straighten plates, bowls, and other dishes
• deep clean pots, pans, and bakeware
• organize the pantry
• sanitize cutting boards and sharpen knives
• clean and disinfect coffee maker
• clean and disinfect small appliances
• check the freshness of your herbs and spices
• clean under the sink
• deep clean and polish cabinet doors
• clean tile
• touch up paint on walls
• deep clean floors
• disinfect door knobs, light fixtures and pulls

Dining Room Cleaning:

• remove anything from the dining room that doesn’t belong
• dust crown molding, wall corners, and floor molding
• scrub walls
• touch up paint on the walls
• clean and disinfect light switches and outlets
• dust and polish wood cabinets
• dust and clean windows
• clean and declutter hutch cabinets and drawers
• wash table linens
• clean light fixtures and wash globes
• disinfect table and wipe down all chairs, including legs and underneath
• remove rug, shake, vacuum and clean floor before replacing rug

Bathroom Cleaning:

• remove anything from the bathroom that doesn’t belong
• clean and disinfect light switches and fixtures
• clean and disinfect toothbrush holders
• clean and refill soap dish and/or pump
• clean light fixtures and wash globe(s)
• replace make-up brushes
• clean mirror
• clean shower caddy
• clean/replace shower curtain and liner
• clean shower door frame and glass
• disinfect countertops
• dust and clean windows
• polish faucets
• mop and hand scrub floors
• scrub and disinfect toilet, including around base, under seat and around hinges
• scrub the bathtub
• scrub walls
• touch up paint on the walls
• clean and refill lotion dispensers
• wash floor mat
• wash towels
• wash trash can
• wipe down cabinets, knobs, towel racks and toilet paper holder
• tighten toilet seat hinges
• clean bathroom exhaust fan
• clean shower head
• polish wood cabinets
• caulk around tub/shower
• re-seal tile and grout
• clean drains/traps under sink
• toss expired make-up and beauty products not used over the past year
• clean/organize and de-clutter cabinets and drawers

Laundry/Utility Room Cleaning:

• remove anything from the Laundry room that doesn’t belong
• clean dryer vent
• clean inside washing machine
• empty washing machine drain pump
• dust crown molding, wall corners, and floor molding
• dust behind and underneath washer and dryer
• sweep and mop floors
• reseal tile grout
• wash walls
• touch up paint on the walls
• clean and organize shelving
• eliminate unnecessary cleaning products
• install organizers to hold cleaning products
• disinfect door knobs and light switch plates

Living Room/Family Room Cleaning:

• remove anything from the Living/Family room that doesn’t belong
• dust crown molding, wall corners, and floor molding
• wash walls
• touch up paint on the walls
• vacuum and shampoo carpet
• vacuum under furniture and in between cushions
• condition leather furniture
• dust ceiling fans
• switch ceiling fans to spin clockwise
• clean lights and wash light globes
• dust lamps
• vacuum lamp shades
• dust and polish furniture and bookshelves
• dust edges of wall hangings, mirrors, and pictures
• clean windows and window sills
• remove scuff marks from doors and moldings
• disinfect door knobs and light switch plates
• dust electronics
• organize electronics and accessories
• disinfect remote controls and gaming devices

Bedroom Cleaning:

• remove anything from the bedroom that doesn’t belong
• dust ceiling, corners, and upper and lower crown moldings
• dust baseboards and window sills
• wash walls
• touch up paint on the walls
• dust and polish furniture
• dust edges of wall hangings, mirrors, and pictures
• clean glass and mirrors
• dust lamps
• vacuum lamp shades
• polish wood furniture
• dust ceiling fan
• clean light fixtures and light globes
• organize your closet
• switch seasonal clothing and donate unneeded items
• clean and organize your dresser
• clean and organize your nightstands
• flip and rotate your mattress
• clean your mattress
• clean under your bed
• wash bedsheets
• wash pillows
• clean windows and window sills
• vacuum carpet, including edges and under furniture
• shampoo carpet
• remove scuff marks from doors and moldings
• disinfect door knobs and light switch plates

Office Cleaning:

• clean out files and shred unneeded documents
• update home inventory documents
• review insurance policies
• check credit report
• clean keyboard and mouse
• clean and organize desk drawers
• dust and polish wood furniture
• dust bookshelves

Outdoor Cleaning:

• sweep deck
• power wash deck
• stain deck
• power spray siding
• touch up paint trim, wood, doors, and shutters
• power wash garage door
• clean outside door frames
• wipe away cobwebs
• shake out entry mat
• clean grill
• clean and repair gutters
• replace broken bricks, wood, or stone
• clean outdoor light fixtures
• wash outside windows
• clean outside patio furniture
• trim trees, bushes and shrubbery
• check and repair sprinklers
• inspect roof shingles
• wipe away cobwebs
• plant flowers
• plant garden
• add mulch
• clean outdoor trash cans

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