I’ll be honest, house cleaning is not one of my favorite things to do-not even close.  That said, I do love a clean, tidy home.  So, I created the 3-step deep house cleaning checklist.  It breaks the work down into smaller manageable tasks.  Using this deep house cleaning checklist will show how a few minutes a day; tidying up, wiping things down and doing 1 load of laundry can save hours every week.  Added bonus, your home will not only look great, but actual scientific studies show people with clean homes are healthier!

Home Cleaning & Maintenance Series - Part Two

This is Part Two of The Home Cleaning & Maintenance Series.  This series was created to provide an easier way to clean and maintain a home by breaking down the work into smaller manageable tasks.  Then, spreading out those tasks over the appropriate time period. Therefore, when you use the checklists from this series together, you have a seamless way to keep your home clean and in tip-top shape. Learn more about this series!

Printable checklists for this series can be easily found on our Member's Only Download page or can be found on the individual associated posts.

Why Use the 3-Step Deep House Cleaning Checklist

In addition to the comfort and health benefits noted above, deep cleaning a house regularly helps better maintain its value.  Especially, if your home is your largest investment. 

And perhaps, the most obvious reason to use a cleaning checklist, it helps to avoid overlooking or forgetting tasks making the process smoother and go faster.   

What is the 3 Step Deep House Cleaning Checklist

The 3 step deep house cleaning checklist details tasks that should be done and when.  Step 1 details small, quick tasks that can be made part of any daily routine.  Next, Step 2 details house cleaning tasks that require more time.  You can spread these tasks out over the week by dividing it by room.   Then, Step 3 which details the monthly recommended house cleaning tasks. These tasks are more allow for deeper cleaning that will keep your home clean ad relaxed.

Does this Cleaning Checklist Really Work

Yes, the checklist works if you use it.  However, there’ll be times when you won’t be able to get everything done each week.  But don’t stress, just do those missed tasks when next they appear on the checklist.  For example, if you don’t do the daily task of tidying up the nightstand one day, be sure to do it the next day. 

The important thing to remember, the 3 Step Deep Housecleaning Checklist is about enhancing your life!  

Download FREE 3 Step Deep House Cleaning Checklist

STEP 1 - Daily Deep House Cleaning Checklist

Kitchen

• wash dishes, empty dishwasher clear & wipe table
• clear & wipe table
• wipe, sinks, counter tops & appliances
• dust mop
• wipe spots on floor
• take out trash

bathroom

• wipe sinks and counter tops
• wipe toilet & rim

bedrooms

• make beds
• straighten night stands &  straighten room

living and family rooms

• clean up clutter
• straighten pillows/cushions
• also, straighten coffee and end tables
• wipe spots off tables

home office

• clean up clutter
• sort and take care of mail
• file papers

laundry room

• 1 load laundry -fold & put away
• Dust mop hard surface floors

Doorways and entry

• Pick up clutter
• Straighten & put away shoes
• Dust mop

STEP 2 - Daily Deep House Cleaning Checklist

Kitchen

• wipe spills in frig
• throw out old food
• clean outside of appliances
• scrub & shine sink
• shake or vacuum rugs
• clean garbage disposal
• mop floors

Note: clean rubber flanges and rim beneath w/ brush - take care not to damage rubber flange with hard or excessive brushing.

bathroom

• clean sinks, counter tops & mirror
• wipe doors and knobs
• clean tub and shower
• clean toilet
• empty trash
• mop floor
• shake or vacuum rugs

bedrooms

• wash linens
• vacuum & dust

living and family rooms

• vacuum & dust
• straighten books, DVD’s, etc

home office

• vacuum & dust

laundry room

• dust shelves
• empty trash
• wipe washer & dryer
• clean sink & counter tops
• wash remaining laundry

Doorways and entry

• blow/sleep outside steps
• blow off deck, clean grill area
• clean floors
• vacuum stairs

STEP 3 - Daily Deep House Cleaning Checklist

Kitchen

• dust pictures light fixtures, fan, decor items & lamp shades
• vacuum curtains
• wash windows & baseboards
• wipe cabinets & handles/knobs
• clean refrigerator & freezer
• clean stove top, oven & hood
• tidy pantry, dust light fixtures
• wash trash can

bathroom

• clean shower head (see note below)
• wash windows & baseboards
• dust pictures light fixtures, fan, decor items & lamp shades
• wash rugs & trash can
• vacuum curtains
• wipe cabinets, handles/knobs

bedrooms

• straighten closet & drawers
• dust pictures light fixtures, fan, decor items & lamp shades
• dust blinds & fan
• vacuum curtains
• wash windows & baseboards
• clean mirrors & dust vents

living and family rooms

• clean mirrors & dust vents
• dust pictures, fan, décor items & lamp shades
• dust electronics
• dust blinds, vacuum curtains
• vacuum upholstery & under cushions
• wash windows & baseboards
• vacuum edges of room

home office

• clean mirrors & dust vents
• dust pictures light fixtures, fan, decor items & lamp shades
• vacuum curtains
• wash windows & baseboards

laundry room

• wipe down shelves & cabinets
• clean inside washer/dryer
• wash windows & baseboards
• dust pictures, light fixtures & decor
• mop floor
• vacuum behind washer & dryer

Doorways and entry

• wash windows, door & baseboards
• clean door knobs/handles
• clean stair Bannister & stair treads
• dust light fixtures

Use this Checklist With The Rest Of The Series

As mentioned above, using the other two checklists from this series in conjunction with the deep cleaning checklist below provides for a seamless home cleaning and maintenance program.  So, be sure to download each of the checklists now.

FREE Printable - The Spring Cleaning Checklist  (Part 3 of series coming soon)

FREE Printable - A Home Maintenance Checklist Homeowners Need

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