Free House Cleaning Checklist

Kitchen

• Wash dishes or load the dishwasher.

• Wipe countertops and stovetops.

• Sweep or vacuum the floor.

• Take out the trash if full.

Living Room

• Tidy up clutter.

• Dust surfaces (e.g., coffee table, shelves).

• Fluff and straighten pillows or cushions.

Bedrooms

• Make the beds.

• Put away clothes or laundry.

• Tidy surfaces like nightstands.

Bathrooms

• Wipe down the sink and faucet.

• Clean the mirror if needed.

• Empty the trash if full.

Kitchen

• Mop the floor.

• Clean inside the microwave.

• Sanitize the sink.

• Check and discard expired food from the fridge.

Living Room

• Vacuum or mop the floor.

• Dust ceiling fans and light fixtures.

• Clean windows or mirrors.

Bedrooms

• Change and wash bed linens.

• Vacuum or mop the floor.

• Dust surfaces and furniture.

Bathrooms

• Scrub the toilet, shower, and bathtub.

• Mop the floor.

• Sanitize doorknobs and other common surfaces.

Kitchen

• Deep clean the oven and stovetop.

• Wipe down cabinet doors and handles.

• Defrost the freezer (if necessary).

Living Room

• Wash curtains or clean blinds.

• Vacuum upholstery and under cushions.

• Shampoo carpets or rugs (if needed).

Bedrooms

• Flip or rotate the mattress.

• Declutter drawers and closets.

• Wash decorative pillows or throws.

Bathrooms

• Deep clean grout and tile.

• Wash shower curtain and liners.

• Clean behind the toilet and hard-to-reach spots.

All Areas

• Wash windows inside and out.

• Deep clean carpets and rugs.

• Dust and clean baseboards and molding.

• Clean vents and air filters.

• Declutter storage areas (e.g., attic, garage).

• Launder bulky items like comforters.