Spring will be here before we know it, and that means Spring Cleaning! It's a chance to reset your house after a long winter, and possibly get it ready to sell if that's something you're interested in. We have a room-by-room checklist to help you deep clean your home. Hope it helps!

Entryway

• Sweep & mop floors
• Wipe down baseboards
• Clean marks off walls
• Wipe down front door
• Clean or change out doormat

Living Room

• Dust all surfaces & decor including blinds & ceiling fan
• Wash slipcovers or cushion covers
• Wash blankets & pillows
• Clean floors (sweep, mop, and/or vacuum, plus shampoo rugs & carpet)
• Wash windows & window sills
• Wash or vacuum curtains
• Vacuum couch & chairs

Kitchen

• Clean all appliances inside & out (stovetop, oven, microwave, dishwasher, & refrigerator)
• Clean out expired food from refrigerator/freezer & pantry
• Declutter countertops
• Degrease cabinets & backsplash
• Wipe down inside of cabinets & drawers
• Dust high surfaces like the top of the refrigerator & tops of cabinets
• Deodorize kitchen drain
• Wash all dish rags and sanitize sponges
• Clean scuff marks off walls
• Wipe baseboards
• Clean floor mats
• Sweep & mop floors

Dining Room

• Dust all surfaces, including china if you have any, plus blinds, curtain rods, & light fixtures
• Vacuum & spot clean chair cushions
• Clean scuff marks off walls
• Wipe baseboards
• Sweep & mop floors
• Vacuum & shampoo rugs
• Wash windows & window sills

Bedrooms

• Dust all surfaces & decor including blinds & ceiling fans
• Sweep, mop, and/or vacuum floors
• Wipe baseboards
• Organize closets & donate unused clothes
• Wash all bedding
• Flip mattress
• Clean or vacuum curtains
• Shampoo any carpet & rugs

Bathrooms

• Wipe down countertops, cabinets, & hardware
• Clean shower (don't forget the showerhead), bathtub, & toilet
• Clean mirrors
• Discard expired personal care items, old makeup, etc.
• Clean scuff marks off walls
• Sweep & mop floors
• Wipe baseboards

Laundry Room

• Clean washing machine
• Clean out dryer vent & lint trap
• Organize & wipe down all shelving
• Clean scuff marks off walls
• Sweep & mop floors
• Wipe baseboards

Office

• Shred old documents
• Dust all surfaces & decor plus ceiling fan & light fixtures
• Sanitize keyboard & mouse
• Sweep, mop, and/or vacuum floors
• Wipe baseboards
• Wash windows & window sills

Playroom

• Donate unused toys
• Organize toys into different containers
• Wash stuffed animals
• Sanitize toys
• Sweep, mop, and/or vacuum floors
• Wipe baseboards
• Wash windows & window sills
• Dust all surfaces including ceiling fan & light fixtures

Garage

• Declutter tools, yard equipment, toys, etc.
• Clean scuff marks off walls
• Wipe down shelving
• Sweep floors
• Clean garage door & frame
• Wash any windows

Other Tasks

• Replace air filters if needed
• Clean air vents & registers
• Test & replace smoke alarm batteries
• Replace light bulbs as needed
• Sanitize door handles & light switches

If you have any questions about getting your home ready to sell, don't hesitate to reach out!

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