Simple Spring Cleaning Checklist (+ FREE printable to keep you on track!)

A simple spring cleaning checklist! How to plan your spring cleaning, plus a free printable checklist to making tackling your spring cleaning easier and more organized!

Most of us seem to get SO excited for spring…the warmer weather, blossoming flowers, and budding trees.

It’s the brand new start we all need every year!

Part of that fresh start is doing a good spring cleaning of your home.

All the sunlight reminds us that all those cobweb corners and dusty light fixtures do exist.

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If you’re wondering how to plan your spring cleaning, I wanted to help you out with a simple spring cleaning list!

I even made a pretty printable checklist that you can use for inspiration.

Grab your FREE printable house cleaning checklist pdf below!

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Got your list? Great!

Hang it up on the fridge as a reminder, and check things off here and there.

Most of the tasks should only take 5-15 minutes, so pick one or two a day if you don’t know where to start.

Don’t want to do everything on the list? No worries!

This list is just meant to be an inspiration – do as little or as much as you want!

(You’ll also receive a blank checklist so you can customize your very own checklist.)

When should you start spring cleaning?

As with all cleaning, how often you do it is a personal choice. Where you live may play a big part in when you start spring cleaning.

If you live in the Northern Hemisphere, I recommend getting as much spring cleaning done in March and April as possible.

That way you’re ready to enjoy the lovely warm weather when it finally arrives.

The earlier you start tackling this spring cleaning list, the less stressful it will feel!

Why is spring cleaning important?

Spring cleaning consists of seasonal tasks that aren’t part of your weekly or monthly cleaning schedule.

These are the things we often forget to clean.

While spring cleaning, you’ll be removing the dirt and allergens that build up when the house is closed up all winter.

It’s a simple way to reset your home for the exciting transition from cold to warm weather.

Plus, having a clean house just makes you happier!

💡Pro tip: Have a donation bag or bin at the ready to declutter as you clean.

Okay, let’s dive in!

Simple Spring Cleaning Checklist

This spring cleaning list is divided up by what to clean in each room.

You can DIY your own cleaning schedule however works best for you – ie. doing one room per day, or one task per day, etc.

Kitchen Cleaning:

Pantry – Tidy and organize, tossing any food you won’t be eating. Try a pantry challenge, too.
Fridge – Including the top, underneath, and the coils.
Inside of dishwasher – Here’s an easy way to clean it with vinegar.
Wipe down cabinets
Oven and stove top
Disinfect garbage cans – Disinfecting wipes work great for this!
Drain – I love using this stuff to clean the drain.
Microwave – Here’s how to clean it right.
Wipe down walls – They get grimy from cooking.
Wash or wipe down rugs

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Living Room Cleaning:

Wash throw blankets (and store them if you won’t be using)
Vacuum upholstered furniture
Move furniture and vacuum underneath
Shampoo the carpet – This is the carpet cleaner I have and love.
Disinfect remotes
Spot clean stains on furniture

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Basement & Laundry Room:

Washing machine – You can use these tablets to clean it (or this method to do it naturally).
Remove lint from dryer vent and hose
Clean under (and behind) the washer and dryer
Check carbon monoxide detector
Change furnace filter

Around the house:

Disinfect and wipe down door knobs and light switches
Wash curtains
Clean blinds
Tidy and organize linen cupboard
Wipe down baseboards
Dust ceiling fans
Dust or lint-roll lampshades
Wash light fixtures
Cobwebs in corners – This thing really helps!
Replace any burnt out lightbulbs
Get your ducts professionally cleaned
Shred unnecessary paperwork
Check fire extinguishers
Condition any leather furniture
Check batteries in flashlights
Change smoke detector batteries
Decorate for Spring or Easter

Bedroom Cleaning:

Wash comforter or duvet cover
Wash mattress cover
Vacuum and flip or rotate mattress
Change winter bedding to summer bedding
Move the furniture and vacuum underneath
Swap out your winter clothes for summer clothes – It’s a great time to declutter your clothes using this quick method!
Declutter surfaces – Such as dressers and night stands.

Bathroom Cleaning:

Wash shower curtain
Replace or wash shower liner
Clean grout
Clean out drain – This tool is the quickest way to do it.
Wash rugs
Wipe down cabinets
Disinfect garbage can
Disinfect toothbrush holder
Change your toothbrush or toothbrush head
Sort through medications – Toss anything that’s expired, and add allergy medicine and sunscreen to your shopping list, if applicable.
Sort through beauty products – Toss anything you don’t love or use.