We’re famous here at MaidPro for our 49-Point Housecleaning Checklist which our service PROs use in all weekly and biweekly cleans. But, as thorough as that list is, there are still plenty of additional things you need to deep clean at least once or twice a year both for health and safety reasons and to preserve the long-term value of your home and furnishings. So, here we present MaidPro’s Ultimate Spring-Cleaning checklist (which can also be leveraged for Fall cleaning) with helpful links to past posts that go into greater depth on how to get it all done fast and effectively.
BEDROOMS
Linens – clean and stow heavy comforters and blankets; swap in spring/summer bedding
Under/behind beds and dressers – move and vacuum/dust
Mattresses – vacuum, flip, and rotate
Carpets/rugs – shampoo and/or steam clean
Wood floors – fill scratches/inspect sealant to determine if resealing is needed (typically once every 3-5 years)
Light fixtures – remove and dust lamp shades, bases, and cords; remove and clean overhead fixtures
Closets – purge, organize, and turnover for spring/summer
Picture frames/mirrors – remove and dust; check color contrast to determine if walls need washing
Walls – wash or spot clean fingerprints and other marks; inspect paint to decide if repainting or touchups are needed
Vent covers – remove and wash or dust
Ceiling – inspect to decide if repainting is needed/dust any overhead beams, light fixtures, ceiling fans, etc.
Window treatments/blinds – remove and clean, including hardware
BATHROOMS
Medicine chest/vanity drawers/cabinets – remove all contents, discard overused and expired and items (including makeup, toothbrushes, flossers, etc.); clean inside before replacing contents
Drains – de-clog and deep clean
Grout – inspect and decide whether to clean or re-grout
Light fixtures/fans – remove covers and deep clean
Walls/ceiling – inspect to decide of cleaning and/or repainting is needed
Behind/inside toilet tank and around base/bolts – deep clean
Bathmats, shower curtains, curtain liners, and hardware – inspect to determine if any of these items need deep cleaning and/or replacing
KITCHEN
Refrigerator/freezer – deep clean as recommended 2-4 times per year
Garbage disposal/drains – de-clog and deep clean
Cupboards – remove all items, discard expired or stale items, wash shelves and all outer surfaces
Drawers – remove and organize contents; wash inside and outside surfaces; clean and tighten grimy/loose hardware
Food storage containers – sort, match containers to lids, discard orphan items
Small appliances (toaster, coffee maker, standing mixer, etc.) – deep clean
Oven/oven racks/stove/drip pans – deep clean as recommended 2-4 times per year
Light fixtures – remove, wash, and replace covers
Behind/under refrigerator and other moveable appliances – sweep, dust, and/or vacuum
Walls – wash or spot clean fingerprints and other marks; inspect paint to decide if repainting or touchups are needed
Backsplashes – deep clean and degrease
Vents/fans – deep clean and degrease
Utensils – inspect and discard anything damaged, with loose handles; sharpen knives
LIVING/FAMILY ROOM
Window treatments/blinds – remove and clean, including hardware
Walls/woodwork – wash or spot clean fingerprints and other marks; inspect paint to decide if repainting or touchups are needed
Carpets/rugs – shampoo and/or steam clean
Wood floors – fill scratches/inspect sealant to determine if resealing is needed (typically once every 3-5 years)
Light fixtures – remove and dust lamp shades, bases, and cords; remove and clean overhead fixtures
Ceiling fans – dust or wash blades and housing
Furniture upholstery – remove cushions, vacuum; inspect to decide if professional steam cleaning is needed
Behind/underneath TVs, stereo equipment, entertainment consoles – dust, de-tangle/organize cords, disinfect clickers
LAUNDRY
Washer – sanitize washer drum, inspect for and clean away mold, mildew, and detergent buildup
Dryer – deep clean tumbling drum; remove back and vacuum out all lint-clearing apparatus (as recommended at least 2-4 times per year)
HOME OFFICE
Physical papers/filing cabinets – sort, declutter, shred
Behind/under desks and other furniture – vacuum or dust
Computers/keyboards – dust; clean screens; detangle and organize cords
Email inbox/file storage – delete and/or organize older messages/files
MISCELLANEOUS
Fireplaces/wood/pellet stoves – have professionally cleaned
HVAC systems/vent work – have professionally serviced
Windows – wash inside and out, including sills, frames both inside and out, and screens
Smoke/CO detectors – check batteries and test
Linen/other storage closets – purge, organize, and turnover for spring/summer
Stairways – deep clean
BASEMENT/GARAGE/ATTIC
Replace HVAC filters
Sweep/vacuum/dust as these spaces rarely get cleaned!
Inspect/replace any filters or devices used for controlling moisture
