Deep Cleaning Checklist for Spring Transitions
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Deep Cleaning Checklist for Spring Transitions

December 28, 2024
9 min read

Winter leaves behind salt, soot, and moisture. This spring program resets your property and prevents slow, hidden damage before summer bookings ramp up.

Plan Your Week

  • Day 1: Declutter, dust high, vents, and lights.
  • Day 2: Kitchen deep clean, fridge coils, oven, and cabinets.
  • Day 3: Bathrooms: grout, glass, descaling, fans.
  • Day 4: Bedrooms, upholstery, mattresses, drapes.
  • Day 5: Floors: carpets extraction, hard floors detail, baseboards.
  • Day 6: Windows inside/out, tracks, screens.
  • Day 7: Exterior: patio/BBQ, furniture, entrances.

Entryway and Mudroom

  • ☐ Disinfect mats and boot trays; replace if cracked or curled.
  • ☐ Wash walls/baseboards to remove salt splash.
  • ☐ Vacuum with HEPA; mop with neutral cleaner.
  • ☐ Store winter gear; label summer bins.

Living Areas

  • ☐ Steam clean upholstery or have it professionally cleaned.
  • ☐ Wash throws and pillow covers; rotate cushions.
  • ☐ Clean fireplace and glass; dispose of ash safely.
  • ☐ Replace HVAC filters; vacuum vents and returns.

Kitchen Deep Dive

  • ☐ Empty and sanitize fridge; clean coils to improve efficiency.
  • ☐ Degrease oven, hood, and filters.
  • ☐ Empty/clean cabinets; check dates; reset organization.
  • ☐ Descale kettle/coffee maker; sanitize sink and disposal.

Bathrooms

  • ☐ Steam or oxygen bleach grout; replace tired caulking.
  • ☐ Descale fixtures; polish chrome or brushed finishes correctly.
  • ☐ Clean fan housings; ensure good ventilation.

Bedrooms

  • ☐ Wash all bedding and protectors; vacuum mattresses.
  • ☐ Rotate mattresses; check bed frames and fasteners.
  • ☐ Clean under beds; dust closet shelves and hangers.

Windows and Light

  • ☐ Clean glass inside/out; detail tracks and sills.
  • ☐ Vacuum screens; repair tears.
  • ☐ Replace dim or mismatched bulbs.

Outdoor Reset

  • ☐ Power‑wash decks and railings; check for loose boards.
  • ☐ Clean BBQ and tools; verify propane/connection safety.
  • ☐ Wash cushions; inspect and tighten furniture hardware.

Pro Methods for Tough Winter Residue

  • Salt on floors: Vacuum first, then neutral cleaner; avoid vinegar on stone.
  • Soot on surrounds: Use stone‑safe cleaner; avoid abrasives.
  • Mildew: Improve ventilation; treat and dry thoroughly.

Timing Guide

  • 1–2 br: 2–3 days | 3–4 br: 3–5 days | 5+ br: 5–7 days
  • With a professional team, expect ~50% time savings and better results.

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