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Spring cleaning checklist

A full reset, room by room. Every cupboard, every filter, every corner the weekly clean never reaches — organised so you can work through it in order.

  • 1–2 days
  • 34 tasks
  • 5 sections

34 tasks across 5 sections · Fits A4 and US Letter

Tidied checklist

Spring cleaning checklist

Print it, put it somewhere you will see it, and tick as you go.

Kitchen

8 tasks
  • Clean inside all cabinets1 hour
  • Defrost and clean freezer30 min
  • Deep clean refrigerator coils20 min
  • Clean range hood and filter20 min
  • Descale coffee maker and kettle15 min
  • Organize pantry and check expiration dates30 min
  • Deep clean behind appliances30 min
  • Polish stainless steel15 min

Bathroom

6 tasks
  • Deep clean grout45 min
  • Descale showerhead and faucets20 min
  • Clean exhaust fan15 min
  • Organize medicine cabinet (check expiration dates)20 min
  • Wash bath mats and rugs10 min
  • Replace shower curtain liner5 min

Bedroom

6 tasks
  • Flip/rotate mattress10 min
  • Wash pillows and comfortersvaries
  • Clean under bed thoroughly20 min
  • Declutter and organize closet2 hours
  • Donate unused clothing30 min
  • Vacuum mattress15 min

Living Areas

6 tasks
  • Deep clean upholstery45 min
  • Wash throw pillows and blanketsvaries
  • Clean under furniture30 min
  • Dust and clean electronics20 min
  • Clean window treatments30 min
  • Shampoo carpets/rugs1 hour

Whole Home

8 tasks
  • Wash all windows (inside and outside)2 hours
  • Clean all light fixtures and ceiling fans45 min
  • Dust all walls and ceilings1 hour
  • Clean all baseboards1 hour
  • Test and replace batteries in smoke detectors15 min
  • Clean garage/storage areas2 hours
  • Clean outdoor furniture30 min
  • Check and replace HVAC filters10 min

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Before you start

Six things that make a deep clean go faster

Spring cleaning goes wrong in predictable ways. These are the fixes.

  • Declutter before you clean

    Clear out what you no longer need first. Donate, sell or bin it. Less stuff is less to clean around.

  • Open the windows

    Fresh air dries surfaces faster and clears the fumes from whatever you are spraying.

  • Work top to bottom

    Ceilings, then shelves, then floors. Anything you dislodge falls onto something you have not cleaned yet.

  • Finish one room at a time

    A finished room is motivating. Half-finished rooms in every direction are not.

  • Pace yourself

    This is a two-day job, not a two-hour one. Take breaks, drink water, split it over two weekends if you need to.

  • Go outside too

    Patio furniture, the deck, the garage. They are part of the house and they have had a winter of neglect.

A two-day plan

Fit the whole thing into one weekend

Four blocks a day, in an order that stops you cleaning the same surface twice.

Saturday

  1. 1Morning: declutter and organise the closets
  2. 2Late morning: kitchen deep clean
  3. 3Afternoon: bathrooms deep clean
  4. 4Evening: living room and bedrooms

Sunday

  1. 1Morning: windows and light fixtures
  2. 2Late morning: baseboards and walls
  3. 3Afternoon: outdoor spaces
  4. 4Evening: final pass, then stop

Questions

Frequently asked questions

  • A thorough spring clean typically takes 1-2 full days for an average home. Many people spread it over a weekend or across multiple weekends.

  • Start at the top of your home and work down. Within each room, clean from ceiling to floor. Save floors for last since debris will fall during cleaning.

  • You'll want your regular cleaning supplies plus: ladder or step stool, microfiber cloths, all-purpose cleaner, glass cleaner, and trash bags. Consider renting a carpet cleaner.

  • While optional, a seasonal deep clean addresses areas often missed in regular cleaning. It extends the life of your home, improves air quality, and provides a fresh start.

  • Absolutely! Many people do a 'fall cleaning' before the holidays and spending more time indoors. The checklist works for any seasonal deep clean.

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