If you’re thinking about moving or you have just moved, it’s a great time to think about spring-cleaning. You probably know some of the basic cleaning spots (floors, windows, shelves), but you may be missing a few others that often get left until the end. Here’s our best check-list for the places you may have missed.
OVERALL:
- Clean your crown molding and baseboards
- Wipe down your light fixtures
- Dust ceiling fans
- Wash doors and fix scuff marks
- Wash walls and/or fix wall scuffs
- Touch-up paint
- Wash window curtains
- Clean window sills
- Dust book cases
- Polish furniture
- Wipe down and clean furniture (especially under cushions and under couches and chairs)
- Vacuum and wash lamp shades
- Condition leather furniture
- Vacuum and wash lamp shades
- Deep clean floors (wood, tile and carpet)
- Shampoo carpet (if needed)
- Remove rugs and then vacuum
- Clean air vents
- Dust around pictures and wall hangings (mirrors)
- Replace light bulbs
- Replace batteries in smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detector
- Schedule chimney sweep
- Schedule bug spray
KITCHEN:
- Clean trash can
- Clean microwave
- Clean dishwasher
- Clean out refrigerator and organize
- Clean and organize freezer
- Replace the water filter
- Clean the oven
- Clean the hood vent and replace filter
- Clean and disinfect the garbage disposal
- Organize storage containers
- Organize the pantry
- Check expiration date on spices and baking goods
BATHROOM
- Tighten toilet seat hinges
- Disinfect tooth brushes
- Clean shower head
- Re-seal tile and grout
- Throw away expired make-up
- Wash trashcan
- Refill soap and lotion
BEDROOM
- Wash sheets
- Organize your closet
- Take out clothes that you haven’t worn in a year’s time
- Flip and rotate your mattress
- Clean under your bed
- Disinfect door knobs
We hope this checklist will help you get the inside of your house spring ready! As always, when you’re ready to make the big move, George has your back.
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