Spring Cleaning Checklist: What to Do (and What to Leave to the Pros)
Spring cleaning isn’t just a tradition—it’s a seasonal reset. After months of closed windows, holiday clutter, and busy schedules, a thorough spring clean refreshes your home, improves air quality, and helps you start the season organized and stress-free.
🌷 Why Spring Cleaning Matters
A seasonal deep clean goes beyond regular weekly maintenance. It tackles hidden dirt, dust, and grime, creating a healthier home for your family. Spring cleaning also gives you the chance to declutter, reorganize, and refresh the spaces you use most.
✅ Quick Prep Before You Begin
Gather supplies: Microfiber cloths, all-purpose cleaner, glass cleaner, broom, mop, vacuum with attachments, bucket, and rubber gloves.
Declutter first: Sort items into Keep, Donate, and Toss piles. Cleaning is much faster when surfaces are clear.
Plan the order: Work from top to bottom—ceiling → shelves → counters → floors—so you don’t re-clean areas you’ve already done.
🛋️ Room-by-Room Spring Cleaning Checklist
Living Room
Dust ceiling fans, light fixtures, and crown molding. Vacuum upholstery and remove cushions to clean crevices. Wash throw pillow covers and blankets. Move furniture slightly and vacuum or mop underneath. Clean windows, tracks, and dust blinds or wash curtains for a fresh, welcoming space.
Kitchen
Empty and deep-clean the fridge by removing shelves and soaking them. Degrease the oven and clean behind the stove; pull out appliances if possible. Wipe down cabinet fronts, knobs, and backsplash. Deep-scrub sinks and drains, and deodorize the disposal using lemon and ice. Declutter the pantry, toss expired items, and wipe down shelves.
Bathroom
Scrub tile grout using a baking soda paste or specialized grout cleaner. Wash or replace shower liners, clean shower heads, and remove mineral buildup. Descale faucets and polish mirrors for a sparkling finish. Deep-clean drains and vents to prevent mildew and odors. Replace or launder bath mats and shower curtains to maintain freshness.
Bedrooms
Launder all bedding, including comforters and mattress protectors. Vacuum mattresses and sprinkle with baking soda to deodorize. Declutter closets, donating items you no longer need, and vacuum shelves. Clean under beds and behind dressers to remove hidden dust and allergens.
Whole-Home Tasks
Wash windows inside (and outside if reachable). Dust and wipe baseboards, door frames, and window sills. Replace HVAC filters and clean vents or registers. Test and replace batteries in smoke and carbon monoxide detectors. Clean or service humidifiers, dehumidifiers, and air purifiers.
🛠️ What to Leave to the Pros
Carpet & upholstery deep cleaning: Professionals use high-grade machines to extract embedded dirt and allergens.
High windows & exterior washing: Requires ladders, safety equipment, and expertise.
Chandelier & high-light fixture cleaning: Fragile items at height are risky without proper tools.
Tile & grout restoration: Re-sealing or re-grouting can be time-consuming and technical.
Move-in / move-out deep cleans: Professionals are faster and more thorough for deposit or staging requirements.
⏱️ Time-Saving Spring Cleaning Hacks
Set a timer: Work in 20–30 minute focused sprints per room to avoid burnout.
Two-bucket method: One bucket for cleaning solution, one for rinse, keeps cloths cleaner longer.
Work smart, not harder: Use a vacuum with attachments rather than hand-brushing; it’s faster and more effective.
One-touch rule: Pick up an item once—decide keep, donate, or toss immediately to speed decluttering.
🐝 Beeing Clean Tip
If you only have one weekend, prioritize the kitchen, bathrooms, and high-traffic living areas. For the remaining tasks, schedule Beeing Clean for a full deep clean so you can enjoy spring without the stress.
📝 Quick Printable Checklist
Daily warm-up: 10-minute tidy of high-touch surfaces.
Weekend focus: Tackle 1–2 rooms thoroughly.
Seasonal (Spring): Full spring deep clean including windows, vents, HVAC filters, and carpets.