Deep cleaning your house can be quite a task, but with a comprehensive checklist, you can ensure that every nook and cranny gets the attention it needs. Here's a detailed checklist to guide you through the process:
Room-by-Room Checklist
Kitchen:
- Empty and clean the refrigerator: Remove all items, clean shelves, and drawers.
- Clean the oven and stovetop: Remove burners, drip pans, and clean thoroughly.
- Clean the microwave: Wipe down the interior and exterior.
- Scrub countertops and backsplash.
- Clean and sanitize the sink and faucet.
- Empty and clean cabinets and drawers: Wipe down both inside and outside.
- Clean small appliances (toaster, blender, etc.).
- Wash dishes, pots, and pans.
- Sweep and mop the floor.
Bathroom:
- Clean and disinfect the toilet, including around the base and under the seat.
- Clean the shower and bathtub: Remove soap scum and grime.
- Scrub tiles and grout.
- Clean and polish mirrors.
- Wipe down all bathroom surfaces, including counters and shelving.
- Clean and organize medicine cabinet and vanity.
- Empty and clean bathroom trash can.
- Sweep and mop the floor.
Living Room/Family Room:
- Dust and clean all surfaces, including electronics and decorative items.
- Vacuum and clean upholstery and cushions.
- Vacuum and clean under furniture and between cushions.
- Clean and dust electronics: TV, speakers, gaming consoles, etc.
- Clean windows and window sills.
- Wipe down light switches and doorknobs.
- Sweep or vacuum the floor, depending on the floor type.
Bedrooms:
- Strip and change bed linens, including pillowcases and duvet covers.
- Dust and clean all surfaces, including nightstands and dressers.
- Vacuum mattresses, including the sides.
- Vacuum under the bed.
- Clean mirrors and windows.
- Organize closets and drawers.
- Wipe down light switches and doorknobs.
- Sweep or vacuum the floor, depending on the floor type.
Home Office:
- Dust and clean all surfaces, including electronics.
- Clean computer screens and keyboards.
- Organize cables and cords.
- Wipe down light switches and doorknobs.
- Vacuum or sweep the floor.
Additional Areas:
Laundry Room:
- Clean behind and underneath the washing machine and dryer.
- Empty and clean the lint trap.
- Wipe down surfaces.
Entryway/Mudroom:
- Clean and organize shoes and coats.
- Sweep or vacuum the floor.
General Tasks:
- Dust ceiling fans and light fixtures.
- Clean walls if necessary.
- Clean and dust baseboards.
- Clean light switches and doorknobs throughout the house.
- Clean windows and window coverings (curtains, blinds, etc.).
- Vacuum or mop all floors, including corners and edges.
Outdoors:
- Sweep or hose down porch/patio areas.
- Clean outdoor furniture.
- Clean windows and door glass.
When you team up with Tidy, you won't have any uncertainty about which tasks will be completed and which might be overlooked.
Our approach to every cleaning task follows our comprehensive 51-Point Checklist, ensuring that you can rest easy, knowing that your home will receive proper attention during our visits.
Have a cleaning task in mind that isn't covered by our standard list? Feel free to reach out to our office and make a special request. Our team will be more than happy to accommodate your needs.