Spring Cleaning Checklist

Spring Cleaning Checklist
April 5, 2021

Spring is here, and it’s the perfect time to throw open your windows, enjoy the fresh air, and tackle a deep clean around the house. A good spring cleaning can refresh your home and help reduce stress. To make it easier, we’ve compiled a comprehensive checklist to guide you through the process.

And don’t forget—spring is also the ideal time to schedule HVAC maintenance and get your A/C ready for the summer heat!


Bathrooms

  • Clean and sanitize sinks, drains, tubs, showers, and toilets.
  • Clean mirrors, glass, tile surfaces, and grout.
  • Polish fixtures and mop floors.
  • Dispose of expired medications and personal care products.
  • Wash floor mats and replace the shower curtain liner.

Kitchen

  • Clean stovetops, ovens, microwaves, refrigerators, and dishwashers inside and out.
  • Wipe refrigerator drawers, shelves, and backsplash.
  • Defrost freezer and discard expired food.
  • Clean and polish countertops, cabinets, and high surfaces.
  • Sanitize sponges, dish rags, and sinks.
  • Sweep, mop, and sanitize floors.

Laundry Room

  • Clean inside and outside of the washer and dryer.
  • Clean the lint trap and schedule a dryer vent cleaning.
  • Organize laundry supplies and wipe baseboards.

Bedrooms

  • Rotate seasonal clothing in closets.
  • Dust furniture, shelves, and ceiling fans.
  • Steam clean carpets and wash bedding.
  • Clean windows, blinds, curtain rods, and window sills.
  • Flip the mattress and vacuum under beds.

Living Room

  • Dust and polish furniture, electronics, and décor.
  • Wash blankets, pillows, and slipcovers.
  • Vacuum sofas, chairs, and floors.
  • Shampoo carpets or rugs.
  • Clean windows, blinds, curtain rods, and lamp shades.

Office

  • Dust furniture, electronics, and bookshelves.
  • Clean out filing cabinets and recycle unnecessary paperwork.
  • Clean windows, blinds, and floors.

Throughout the House

  • Test and replace smoke alarm batteries.
  • Check air filters and change them if needed.
  • Schedule HVAC maintenance to ensure your air conditioner is ready for the heat.

Cooling To-Dos

  • Test run your air conditioner to ensure it’s working properly.
  • Change air filters for cleaner, more efficient cooling.
  • Schedule an air conditioner tune-up or sign up for an A/C maintenance plan to stay ahead of the summer heat.

Keep your home fresh and comfortable this season with these easy-to-follow tips. Don’t forget to schedule your A/C maintenance today to stay cool all summer long!

About Hillside

About Hillside,

Hillside Heating & Cooling is an award-winning, full-service heating, air conditioning, heating oil delivery, and commercial fuel company serving residential and commercial customers for over 70 years in New Castle County, DE, Cecil County, MD, and Southern Chester County, PA.

Our mission: To keep you cool in the summer and warm in the winter while doing customer service right.

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