Cleaning from Top to Bottom

Vents

Ceiling Fans and Light Fixtures

• Replace filters or clean reusable filters
• Dust inside and outside of air registers and intake vents

• Clean base and all fan blades
• Clean tops of track lighting and any other light fixtures

Blinds and Drapes

Windows

• Dust valance and frame
• Vacuum top to bottom using the upholstery attachment for drapes and the brush attachment for blinds

• Mix equal parts of water and white vinegar in a bucket
• Wet and clean window with a sponge
• Use squeegee to remove solution
• Finish by wiping window with a microfiber cloth or crumpled newspaper

Water System and Plumbing

Appliances

• Schedule a maintenance service appointment for water softener system
• Remove and clean aerators on all faucets
• Remove shower nozzles and clean with vinegar or calcium, lime and rust remover

• Dryer - Use vacuum attachment to clean vents
• Refrigerator - Roll out from wall and vacuum coils and clean condensation drop pan
• Freezer - Turn off power, empty freezer, wipe interior with a solution of 2 tablespoons of baking soda per 1 Quart hot water
• Oven - Use oven cleaner or, if available, use self cleaning program

Floors

Furniture

• Dust baseboards; use "magic" eraser to remove scuff marks
• Edge carpet with vacuum attachments; vacuum carpet thoroughly
• Steam clean carpet
• Wax vinyl and linoleum floors with a polish designed for these surfaces
• Reseal grout lines on tile floors with a penetrating grout sealer
• Stone and tile floors can be treated with either a paste or liquid wax designed for the material

• Bookshelves - Take everything off shelves and brush shelves and books with a feather duster; use dust-brush or crevice tool on vacuum to reach into tight spots; wipe spines of leather-bound books with a clean, soft cloth
• Wooden Furniture - Wipe surfaces with soft cloth dampened with water and mild dish washing liquid; wax or oil according to manufacturer's instructions
• Upholstered Furniture - Take cushions outside and gently beat by hand; use vacuum attachment to clean under seat cushions
• Beds - Turn over mattress; machine-wash pillows (follow care labels) to rid them of mold, bacteria, and odors

Walls and Doors

Exterior

• Use a vacuum to remove dust
• Use a "magic" eraser to remove grime from door jam and around light switch covers
• Dust and clean all mirrors, pictures, and wall art
• Reseal grout lines on shower walls with a penetrating grout sealer

• Power wash front door and entry walk and/or porch