Fall Cleaning Checklist

Have you been thinking about deep cleaning your home this fall? Many of us focus on deep cleaning during the spring , but fall is also a perfect time to give our home some TLC and get it clean and cozy for winter. We put together a fall cleaning checklist to help you get ready, so you can enjoy the season more and worry less about the messes and clutter.  

Living Areas 

• Dust light fixtures and ceiling fans 
• Wash curtains, blankets, and pillow covers
• Put out your warmer blankets 
• Dust furniture, shelves, picture frames, and other decorations
• Dust electronics
• Vacuum sofas and chairs - make sure to get under the cushions! 
• Wipe doors, knobs, baseboards, trim, and light switches 
• Have carpet and area rugs professionally cleaned 
• Clean fireplace 

Kitchen

• Clean and organize pantry 
• Clean out your fridge and freezer
• Check all food expiration dates
• Empty drawers and cabinets and wipe inside and outside
• Remove everything on countertops and clean and disinfect  
• Wipe backsplash
•  Clean sink 
• Clean oven 
• Clean small appliances
• Have your tile and grout professionally cleaned 
• Dust light fixtures
• Wipe doors, knobs, baseboards, trim, and light switches
• Wash curtains and dust blinds 

Laundry Room

• Wipe down the exterior of the washer and dryer 
• Wash inside of the washing machine 
• Organize detergents, fabric softener, etc.

Bathroom

• Empty cabinets and drawers and wipe inside and outside
• Organize contents in cabinets and drawers
• Check expiration dates on medicine and cosmetics 
• Wipe mirror
• Dust light fixtures 
• Wash curtains and dust blinds 
• Wipe and sanitize sink and counters
• Clean tub and drain 
• Clean shower and showerhead 
• Wash or replace shower liner
• Wash shower curtain
• Scrub toilet
• Stock up on first aid supplies and medicine 
• Mop floors
• Have your tile and grout professionally cleaned 
• Wipe door, knobs, baseboards, trim, and light switches

Bedroom

• Clean out dresser drawers and organize
• Clean out closet and organize 
• Swap summer clothes to winter and donate anything you no longer wear 
• ​Flip your mattress and have it professionally cleaned 
• Wash all your bedding 
• Switch out your sheets for warmer winter sheets 
• Dust light fixtures and ceiling fans
• Wash curtains and dust blinds 
• Dust furniture, shelves, picture frames, and other decorations
• Wipe doors, knobs, baseboards, trim, and light switches 
• Have carpet and area rugs professionally cleaned 

Outdoor

• Clean out gutters 
• Clean and store your patio furniture and cushions 
• Clean or replace doormats
• Rake and bag leaves 
• Sweep porches, patios, and walkways
• Disconnect and put away outdoor hoses 
• Power wash exterior and driveway 
• Clean grill and make sure to have a proper cover for it 
• Wash light fixtures covers 

General 

• Have your air ducts professionally cleaned 
• Test smoke and carbon monoxide detectors 
• Change air filters 
• Insulate water pipes to prevent leaks 
• Have your chimney cleaned 
• Have windows professionally cleaned 

Are you ready to have a clean home this winter? Call us today, our team is happy to assist you with any of your cleaning needs. 

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