Deep Spring Cleaning

Use This Time for a Deed Spring Cleaning

Take advantage of having more time on your hands

Spring cleaning has taken on a new urgency this year. People are intensely washing, dusting, and disinfecting homes and offices, with the emphasis on staying healthy. The CDC recommends a two-step preventive measure:

"cleaning of visibly dirty surfaces followed by disinfection."

Protect Against Dust Mites, Mold Spores, Virus and Bacteria

Annual deep cleaning helps reduce hidden dust mites and mold spores, it also helps protect you against viruses and bacteria. Traditional spring cleaning includes chores like dusting, window cleaning, and giving your carpets a thorough wash.

• Cleaning is the removal of grime and germs from surfaces. Cleaning doesn't kill viruses, but it lowers their numbers. Disinfecting involves using a chemical to kill germs on surfaces after you clean it, which lowers the risk of spreading infection.

Deep Spring Cleaning Tips

Breathe a new healthy life into your home with a "Deep Spring Cleaning." Our complete Deep Spring Cleaning checklist guides you through a deep cleaning that will leave your house shining from the inside out.

1. Clear the clutter. Pick-up any items that have accumulated on the floor, on top of counters and table tops. This will allow to get to the places you need to.

2. Have a plan. Decide which rooms you will clean first. Don't be afraid to break the work into multiple days. You may want to hire quality house cleaning company to help.

3. Have the right tools. Making sure you have everything you'll need.

Suggested supplies include

• Broom

• Brush with stiff bristles

• Dish soap

• Dusting cloths (microfiber works best)

• Gloves to protect your hands

• Mop

• Multi-purpose cleaner

• Sponges

• Telescoping pole for high and hard-to-reach spaces

• Vacuum cleaner with extension accessories

• Window and glass cleaner

• Wood cleaner and/or polish

Bathrooms

• Scrub showers, bathtubs, sinks and toilets

• Wipe down light fixtures, mirrors and window treatments

• Remove any grime or dust that has built up by wiping items down with proper cleaner

Kitchen

• Wipe down cabinets inside and outside with proper cleaner

• Vacuum out the refrigerator coils and vent

• Clean out the fridge and defrost the freezer

• Throw out old sponges as kitchen tools are germ magnets

• Scrub down the stove top and vent

• Clean the oven either with a self-cleaning function or a proper cleaner

• Wipe-off and organize items on shelves

• Clean out the microwave with proper cleaner

• Disinfect the sink by scrubbing with a disinfectant to help kill any bacteria lurking inside

• Wipe down the counter tops with proper cleaner and disinfectant

Common Areas

• Clean all cushions from couches and chairs and vacuum the spaces underneath

• Shampoo rugs and carpets

• Polish wooden furniture

• Remove any items from the bookcases or coffee tables to clean every surface with a dust rag

• Wipe down baseboards, window treatments, light fixtures and ceiling fans

• Dust your decor by gently wiping dust from all items, picture frames, and clock

• Clean your electronics especially TV remotes. (Use proper cleaning products)

Bedrooms

• Wash the bedding, including bed skirts, shams and covers

• Flip and clean mattress

• Vacuum or mop under furniture

• Vacuum carpet and ceilings

• Wipe down shelves and inside drawers

Laundry Room

• Wipe laundry machines and counter tops

• Organize supplies

• Sanitize your washing machine with proper cleaning products

• Clean out your link trap filter and dryer vent (clogged dryer vents can pose a fire hazard)

• Mop or vacuum the floor

Garage

• Declutter and dispose of old cleaners, broken equipment and items that is no longer used

• Sweep floors

Basement

• Declutter the basement (basements can quickly accumulate junk)

• Scrub dirty basements with proper cleaning solution

• Freshen a smelly basement with proper disinfectant