Printable Seasonal Cleaning Checklist (Spring & Fall)
Do this twice a year: in spring (March–April) and in fall (October–November). In the Southern Hemisphere, such as Australia, flip it: September–October and March–April.
Inside
- Wash windows inside and out, plus screens
- Wash curtains or vacuum blinds
- Flip or rotate mattresses
- Do the pillow fold test and replace pillows that stay folded
- Deep clean carpets and upholstery
- Clean behind and under the fridge, stove and washer
- Wipe walls, light switches and doors
Closets & storage
- Swap seasonal clothes and donate what you did not wear
- Clear expired food, spices and medicine
- Organize under the sinks (store chemicals apart from each other)
- Wash duvets, comforters and throws
Outside
- Clean gutters (or book it)
- Sweep porch, patio and entry
- Wash outdoor furniture and cushions
- Clean the grill
- Wash garbage bins
Safety check
- Test smoke and carbon monoxide alarms
- Replace HVAC / air-con filters
- Clean the dryer vent duct to reduce fire risk
- Check the fire extinguisher date
Pro tip: Start at the top of each room and work down, and inside to outside. Dust falls, so floors always go last.
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