Spring Cleaning Tips - Worcester, Ma. - Shrewsbury, Ma. - Leicester, Ma.
Spring has sprung! And with it the sun shines on all those dirty spots that have been hiding out all winter. Time to get the mop out and take part in the age old... Spring Cleaning! And what would spring cleaning be without some Spring Cleaning Tips to get you started like a professional.
And of course, when it comes to anything having to do with clean and/or cleaning—especially in Worcester, MA, Shrewsbury, Ma. or Leicester, Ma.—you just know we are hands down experts.
But wait... look what we found online courtsey of tasteofhome.com... A spring cleaning list that we—as the experts—give a resounding thumbs up on.
So without blowing our own horn too loudly, let's just say this: why re-invent the wheel on this one? They've got a great list, so here it is.
But hold on to your mop because this list is a doozy! So before you go running for your pail, REMEMBER THIS: All you have to do is give us a call and we'll charge through this list so darned fast your eyes will spin. That's not to say that you too wouldn't charge as fast as us... but... just sayin'... we're the experts and all... but never-mind that. Call us for Spring Cleaning Worcester, Spring Cleaning Shrewsbury, Ma. or, if you live elsewhere, like, Leicester, Ma., then yup... you guessed it: Call us for Spring Cleaning Leicester, Ma. because we are the local experts for spring cleaning. Call Now: (508) 756-2015.
And now... the list:
ENTRYWAY
- Sweep floors
- Mop floors
- Wipe walls
- Wipe baseboards—(We recommend microfiber cloths for cleaning almost any surface in your home.)
- Clean door
- Clean doormat
- Organize shoes
- Hang jackets
KITCHEN
- Clean stove top
- Clean oven—Try citrus, baking soda, and vinegar for a deep clean.
- Clean microwave—Here’s a tip to clean the messiest microwave.
- Clean dishwasher—Tackle it in 5 easy steps!
- Clean refrigerator
- Wipe drawers and shelves in refrigerator and freezer
- Defrost freezer
- Discard old or expired food in pantry, fridge, and freezer
Clear counter tops
- Degrease cabinet doors and backsplash
- Remove items from cabinets and thoroughly clean inside
- Clean fridge/freezer seal
- Dust top of high surfaces including fridge, microwave/range hood, cabinets
- Deodorize and degrease the kitchen drain with salt
- Wash dish rags and clean sponges
- Wipe walls
- Wipe baseboards
- Mop floors
- Shake out dust or dirt from floor mats
DINING ROOM
- Dust china in china cabinet
- Launder and press table linens—Be sure to treat heirloom linens with care.
- Polish silver
- Dust and polish furniture
- Vacuum or spot clean chair cushions
- Wipe walls
- Wipe baseboards
- Clean light fixture
- Dust blinds
- Dust curtain rods
- Clean window sills
- Wash windows
- Clean or vacuum curtains
- Mop or vacuum floor
- Shampoo rugs or carpet
BATHROOM
- Discard expired medication, personal care products or makeup
- Clean makeup brushes
- Clean vanity
- Wipe mirror
- Clean tub and shower
- Clean showerhead—Try this plastic bag trick.
- Replace shower curtain liner
- Scrub tile grout—Use hydrogen peroxide for sparkling grout!
- Clean toilet
- Clean hardware
- Sweep floors
- Mop floors
- Wipe walls
- Wipe baseboards
LAUNDRY ROOM
- Clean washing machine—Use Kool-Aid. Yes, we’re serious.
- Clean dryer vent
- Clean lint trap
- Organize laundry supplies
- Wipe walls
- Wipe baseboards
- Mop floors
BEDROOMS
- Wipe baseboards
- Dust/polish furniture
- Donate unused clothing
- Organize closets
- Wash bedding including sheets, pillows, duvets, and bed skirts
- Vacuum carpets—Deodorize with baking soda prior to vacuuming. See 50 great ways to clean with baking soda.
- Flip mattress
- Dust blinds
- Dust curtain rods
- Clean window sills
- Wash windows
- Clean or vacuum curtains
- Mop or vacuum floors
- Shampoo rugs or carpets
LIVING ROOM
- Dust/polish furniture
- Wash slipcovers
- Wash blankets and pillows
- Vacuum sofa and chairs
- Dust blinds
- Dust curtain rods
- Clean window sills
- Wash windows
- Clean or vacuum curtains
- Clean ceiling fans
- Dust and clean lamp shades
- Dust electronics—Try using dryer sheets for a dust-free clean.
- Dust and clean decor
- Sanitize remote controls
- Mop or vacuum floors
- Shampoo rugs or carpets
KIDS PLAYROOM
- Sanitize plastic toys with soap and water
- Wash stuffed animals and soft toys
- Donate unused toys
- Organize toys and play areas
- Mop or vacuum floors
- Shampoo rugs or carpets
OFFICE
- Recycle unneeded paperwork
- Dust and polish furniture
- Dust bookshelf
- Dust electronics
- Sanitize keyboard and mouse
GARAGE
- Open up garage door to air out the space
- Wipe down walls
- Sweep floor
- Clean garage door
- Clean garage door frame
- Replace batteries in garage door openers
- Clean windows
THROUGHOUT THE HOUSE
- Test and replace smoke alarm batteries
- Replace air filters as needed
- Clean air vents/registers
- Clean light fixtures
- Replace light bulbs as needed
- Sanitize door handles
- Sanitize light switches
* List courtesy tasteofhome.com
That's some list, eh? Don't let it intimidate you! Just call us now: (508) 756-2015 and consider it done. After we leave your home of course....