Residential Cleaning Checklist

House cleaning can seem overwhelming, particularly if not done regularly. Items can accumulate, and the task of cleaning can seem an overwhelming one. The key to house cleaning is the consistency in maintenance, the small habits that add up, instead of letting everything accumulate.

Following a cleaning schedule, and a daily, weekly or monthly checklist is a good way to keep your home clean and not become overwhelmed with too much at one time.

Residential cleaning checklist:

• Kitchens. Disinfecting the counters and sinks can and should be done on a daily basis. The stove top and ventilation hood should also be cleaned on a daily basis. Sweeping the floor should likewise be a daily routine. Mopping the floors, wiping and polishing the appliances and sinks can be done weekly and on a monthly basis, you should clean the oven, the refrigerator, and the cabinets.


• Bathrooms. Because bathrooms are used so frequently, they need be kept clean in the same way. Sinks, toilets, tubs, and faucets should be cleaned and sanitized. Antibacterial cleaners are available for the faucets and toilets. Rust stains can be removed with vinegar and water. The floor can easily be swept and mopped on a weekly basis.


• Bedrooms. Bed linens, ideally, are cleaned at least once every two weeks.  Warm water is best, for removing dirt and for the environment. They can be rotated out so that clean linens will always be in use on the beds. Sweeping, vacuuming, and dusting should be done on a weekly basis.


• Living areas. Living rooms or dens, dining rooms, and play rooms should be swept, mopped, and vacuumed at least once a week. Dusting should also be done once a week to reduce accumulation. It is also a good idea to regularly disinfect toys, particularly with toddlers. Ceiling fans, mini blinds, curtains, and windows should be cleaned once a week to avoid dust and allergens pile up.