Hello & Welcome Back to #FabulousFriday! Welcome warmer weather by giving your home a deep spring cleaning. Our handy guide breaks down the must-do chores into a step-by-step system. First, conquer the top spring cleaning checklist items. Next, tackle exterior spring cleaning with tips on updates and repairs for the outside of your home. Finally, room-by-room cleaning tips will help you declutter and tidy specific areas. In fact, Spring is the perfect time to deep-clean your house or embark on a cleaning marathon. Work these chores into your cleaning schedule and get ready to enjoy warmer days with a clean and de-cluttered space.
Get your property ready to list-use our checklist to get organized-or make a spring cleaning checklist tailored to your home and needs.
Here's Your Handy Checklist:
Clean out the garage.
Inspect the roof and gutter.
Power wash the outside of the house, including windows.
Drain all sediment from your hot water heater.
Donate clothes not worn for more than two years.
Wash walls using 1/2 cup ammonia, 1/4 cup white vinegar and 1/4 cup baking soda to 1 gallon of warm water.
Wash all inside windows. Vacuum out the tracks.
Vacuum/wash/dry clean all window coverings.
Dust and wash light fixtures and chandeliers.
Wash all knickknacks. Vacuum books and shelves.
Vacuum lampshades. Replace lightbulbs.
Deep clean shower, toilet, floor and sink.
Inventory the medicine cabinet and toss expired medicines.
Defrost freezer (if needed) and wash out refrigerator.
Clean oven and soak stove rings and drip pans.
Vacuum front coils and motor to remove dust and dirt.
Launder all blankets and bedding. Turn mattresses.
Move furniture to the center of each room and vacuum thoroughly. Shampoo carpets.
Have a garage sale.
Be sure to check back next Friday for more real estate tips and tricks. See you soon! Warmly, Susan