Everyone loves spring cleaning season, but what about fall cleaning? Get your home ready for the cooler months ahead with The Ultimate Fall Cleaning Checklist!
The Ultimate Fall Cleaning Checklist
Re-clean pantry
If you have kids or anyone else living in the house besides yourself, you know how quickly the pantry can become disheveled. Reorganizing the pantry for fall will help you be prepared for all those delicious fall recipes! Here are 20 Brilliant Pantry Organization Ideas to help you get started!
Organize closet
Fall is the BEST time to get rid of anything from the summer in your closet. Evaluate anything that wasn’t used, broken, or unwanted. Bring out your Autumn wardrobe and get ready for cooler weather!
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Flip mattresses
Flipping your mattress once or twice a year is such a great idea! Your mattress becomes worn and less comfortable over time. Flipping and rotating your mattress from time to time will keep your mattress more comfortable and supportive.
Clean windows
Cleaning your windows every season is a must! We are loving this window cleaner (opens in a new tab)! A good microfiber cloth (opens in a new tab) is also another great way to get a streak-free, clean window.
Deep dusting
It’s time to get out the ladder and dust the more discreet areas of your home! Above cabinets, crown molding, and fans are a great place to start. These extendable microfiber dusters are perfect for those hard-to-reach places.
Clean baseboards
Yes, it’s time to clean those baseboards, again! It’s amazing how quickly these things will collect dust throughout the year. Here’s The Easiest Way To Clean Baseboards!
Clean refrigerator
A good deep clean for your freezer and refrigerator during the fall is most definitely expected. All you need for a good refrigerator clean is hot, soapy water. We recommend this fall scented dish soap (opens in a new tab), it smells amazing! Don’t forget the coils and the top of your refrigerator as well!
Clear air vents
This is one task that may be overlooked, but it’s essential for a clean home! Take off and clean those air vents, vacuum your ducts, and replace filters (opens in a new tab) (be sure to measure first) to keep your home fresh and clean this fall season. You’ll notice less dust around your home and the air you breathe will be much cleaner!
Store water hoses
Since you won’t be using your hose as much now that it’s fall, it’s a great idea to keep your water hoses stored. This storage pot (opens in a new tab) is a great way to store your hose, plus it makes an adorable piece for your garden.
Bring in plants
It’s important to bring your plants inside before the cooler weather hits this fall season. You’ll want to make sure to debug your plants and the pots before bringing them back indoors!
Clean behind appliances
It’s a crummy job that nobody likes to do! We all know it needs to be done. Plus, look on the bright side, once it’s done, you’ll feel SO MUCH BETTER!
Clean carpets and rugs
Cleaning carpets and rugs doesn’t have to be inconvenient! You can invest in your own carpet cleaner (opens in a new tab) to help make the task more affordable each year. Keeping your carpets and rugs clean will help with the longevity of your floors.
Clean light fixtures
It sure is amazing how quickly light fixtures gather dust. Built-up dust can make light bulbs appear up to 30 percent dimmer! Clean off those fixtures and let in more light!
Go through fall decor
Now that it’s fall, it’s time to get out that fall decor! While you’re preparing for this fall season, be sure to eliminate any old decor that you no longer want.
Vacuum and clean furniture
Give your kitchen table and chairs a good wipe down with this wood cleaner (opens in a new tab). Vacuum your couch and remove any stains with this stain remover (opens in a new tab). Don’t forget to treat your leather surfaces as well with a good leather conditioner (opens in a new tab).
Wipe down cabinets
Take it all out of those cabinets and wipe them down! Dirt and grime collect so quickly on our cabinets. Make them look new again with a good clean!
Clean washer and dryer
Washing machines are a breeding ground for mold and mildew! They need to be cleaned regularly. Wipe the outside and clean the inside as well. Most washers now have a clean cycle. With the help of this cleaner and deodorizer (opens in a new tab), you can have your washing machine clean in no time!
Deep clean oven
Get that oven ready for this upcoming holiday season! Failure to clean your oven can result in grease build-up that will keep your oven from working efficiently. This cream (opens in a new tab)cleaner is the best!
Kitchen and bathroom backsplash and tile
Don’t neglect your backsplashes! Give them a nice scrub with a good tile cleaner (opens in a new tab) and brush (opens in a new tab). Eliminate all those germs lurking in your most-used spaces!
Clean dishwasher
Yes, even your dishwasher needs to be cleaned! This can be done with ease. Place one cup of vinegar in a dishwasher safe container on the top rack of your dishwasher. Run your dishwasher through a hot-water cycle. This will remove any dirt, grim, and unwanted odors.
Purge blankets, linens, and pillows
Do you have one too many blankets laying around? Keep your favorites and donate the rest!
Fireplace
Service and clean your fireplace regularly! Cleaning your fireplace keeps your fireplace operating safely!
Decorate and enjoy
Once you’ve conquered everything on your fall cleaning to-do list, get out that cute pumpkin decor, light some fall candles, (opens in a new tab) turn on your fireplace, and enjoy! What are some of your fall “to-do’s”? Let us know in the comments below!
Now I just need to make sure I get all of this done by spring. I cleaned the pantry recently though so glad to check one thing off!
Love this checklist! Thanks so much for sharing. Our house is definitely overdue for a seasonal deep clean!
Thanks for putting together this awesome cleaning list! Always important to keep things in order when a new season starts!