The Ultimate Room-by-Room Spring Cleaning Checklist

With Spring having now arrived; there’s never been a better time to get round to that whole-house clean you’ve been planning for months! 

With that in mind, here’s our very own room-by-room spring cleaning checklists for you home:

Spring Cleaning Checklist by Cleaner Cleaner

Bedroom Spring Cleaning Checklist:

  • Open the windows.
  • Remove everything that shouldn’t be in the room and put it in its correct place.
  • Dust, vacuum and clean furniture.
  • Empty each draw, wash them and replace the contents neatly. Donate or dispose of any items that you no longer use.
  • Empty wardrobe, wash it inside and out, wash clothes and replace them neatly. Donate anything you no longer wear.
  • Move bed to one side and tidy or dispose of anything underneath. Sweep and vacuum the area under the bed.
  • Freshen the mattress by sprinkling a bit of baking soda over it before vacuuming.
  • Wash the bedding and curtains.
  • Wash the pillows and duvet in hot water. Air the mattress.
  • Dust lights and clean lampshades.
  • Wash windows and window sills.
  • Wash window screens.
  • Wash and disinfect lightswitch plates.
  • Wash walls.
  • Dust and clean mirrors, art and decor.
  • Clean doors and door knobs.
  • Wash floor registers and vent covers.
  • Sweep and wash floors.

Living Room Spring Cleaning Checklist by Cleaner Claner

Living Room/Family Room/Playroom Spring Cleaning Checklist:

  • Open the windows.
  • Vacuum sofas and spot clean if necessary.
  • Wash pillows and blankets.
  • Dust and clean decor, shelves, and furniture.
  • Dust and clean lamps and lampshades.
  • Wash windows and window sills.
  • Wash window screens.
  • Dust the television and electronics.
  • Untangle and tidy wires and tuck them out of sight.
  • Sort through your DVD, music, and film collections. Sell or donate anything that you and your family are no longer interested in.
  • Wash and disinfect light switch plates.
  • Wash walls.
  • Clean doors and door knobs.
  • Wash floor registers and vent covers.
  • Sweep and wash floors.

Bathroom Spring Cleaning Checklist by Cleaner Cleaner

Bathroom Spring Cleaning Checklist:

  • Open the windows.
  • Empty cabinets and draws, wash them inside and out and replace the contents neatly. Discard of anything that has expired or that you no longer use.
  • Clean and disinfect the bath and wax if necessary. Clean and disinfect the drain.
  • Clean and disinfect the sink and drain.
  • Clean and shine taps.
  • Clean and disinfect the toilet, inside and out. Remove and clean the seat and seat bolts.
  • Dust and clean any mirrors.
  • Dust and clean lights and lampshades.
  • Wash windows and window sills.
  • Wash window screens.
  • Wash and disinfect lightswitch plates.
  • Wash walls.
  • Clean doors and door knobs.
  • Wash floor registers and vent covers.
  • Sweep and wash floors.
  • Reseal grout lines if necessary.

Dining Room Spring Cleaning Checklist by Cleaner Cleaner

Dining Room Spring Cleaning Checklist:

  • Open the windows.
  • Wash the curtains.
  • Disinfect the tables and chairs. Polish if necessary.
  • Wash the chair pads, if applicable.
  • Dust and clean any other furniture.
  • Dust any display china and ornaments.
  • Wash the table linen.
  • Shine the silverware.
  • Dust art and decor.
  • Wash windows and window sills.
  • Wash window screens.
  • Wash and disinfect lightswitch plates.
  • Dust and clean lights and lampshades.
  • Wash walls.
  • Clean doors and door knobs.
  • Wash floor registers and vent covers.
  • Sweep and wash floors.

Kitchen Spring Cleaning Checklist by Cleaner Cleaner

Kitchen Spring Cleaning Checklist:

  • Open the windows.
  • Remove and clean any window coverings.
  • Empty cabinets and draws, clean them inside and out and replace the contents neatly. Dispose of anything that has expired and donate anything that’s no longer wanted.
  • Disinfect cutting boards.
  • Sharpen knives.
  • Clean and organise the pantry. Dispose of anything that has expired and donate anything that’s no longer wanted.
  • Clean and disinfect the oven.
  • Clean and disinfect the stove top. Remove and disinfect the elements and drip bowls, if applicable, and replace neatly.
  • Clean and organise the fridge and freezer. Defrost freezer, if necessary. Dispose of any expired food.
  • Vacuum the refrigerator coils.
  • Clean and disinfect the microwave.
  • Clean the crumbs out of the toaster.
  • Clean and descale the kettle.
  • Wipe down any other counter appliances.
  • Disinfect counters and backsplash.
  • Disinfect sinks and drains.
  • Shine taps.
  • Clean dishwasher.
  • Dust and clean lights and lampshades.
  • Wash windows and window sills.
  • Wash window screens.
  • Wash and disinfect lightswitch plates.
  • Wash walls.
  • Clean doors and door knobs.
  • Wash floor registers and vent covers.
  • Sweep and wash floors.
  • Reseal grout lines, if necessary.

Laundry & Utility Room Spring Cleaning Checklist

Laundry/Utility Room Spring Cleaning Checklist:

  • Open the windows.
  • Wash windows and window sills.
  • Wash window screens.
  • Empty the cabinets and draws, wash inside and out and replace the contents neatly. Dispose of anything that has expired and donate anything you no longer want.
  • Disinfect the sink and drain.
  • Shine the taps.
  • Clean washing machines and dryers inside and out.
  • Wash lint trap with soap and water to remove build-up. Air dry thoroughly before replacing.
  • Wash and disinfect lightswitch plates.
  • Wash walls.
  • Clean doors and door knobs.
  • Wash floor registers and vent covers.
  • Sweep and wash floors.
  • Reseal grout lines, if applicable.

Home Office Spring Cleaning Checklist

Office Spring Cleaning Checklist:

  • Clean out files and shred any unneeded documents.
  • Update home inventory documents.
  • Clean your computer, keyboard, and mouse.
  • Empty desk draws, clean inside and out, and replace the contents neatly.
  • Dust and polish wood furniture.
  • Dust and clean bookshelves. Tidy books and donate those you no longer want.

Stairs Spring Cleaning Checklist by Cleaner Cleaner

Stairs Spring Cleaning Checklist:

  • Sweep and vacuum the stairs.
  • Wash the walls.
  • Wash and disinfect handrails.
  • Wash and dust decor and light fixtures.

Outside your Home Spring Cleaning Checklist

Outside Spring Cleaning Checklist:

  • Sweep the porch and walkway.
  • Wash doors and frames and paint if necessary.
  • Wash thresholds.
  • Clean or replace the welcome mat.
  • Wash siding.
  • Sweep, power wash, and stain the deck.
  • Touch up paint trim, wood, and shutters.
  • Power wash the garage door.
  • Wipe away cobwebs.
  • Clean grill.
  • Clean and repair gutters.
  • Replace broken bricks, wood, or stone.
  • Clean outdoor light fixtures.
  • Clean outside furniture.
  • Trim trees, bushes, and shrubbery.
  • Check sprinklers and repair, if necessary.
  • Inspect roof shingles.
  • Clean outside bins.
  • Tidy garage. Dispose or donate of anything that’s no longer wanted.
  • Wash and wax vehicles.

Children's Room Spring Cleaning Checklist by Cleaner Cleaner

Children’s Items Spring Cleaning Checklist:

  • Sort, dust and disinfect toys. Donate toys that are no longer being used.
  • Wash and organise clothing. Donate or store anything that has been outgrown.
  • Disinfect bath toys.

Miscellaneous Spring Cleaning Checklist by Cleaner Cleaner