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Start with the whole-home basics
- Wash windows inside and out, plus tracks and screens
- Launder or dry-clean curtains and wash blinds
- Dust and wipe baseboards, crown molding, and door frames
- Clean light fixtures, ceiling fans, and air vents
- Replace HVAC filters and vacuum vent covers
- Wipe down walls and spot-clean scuffs
Kitchen refresh
- Clean inside and behind the refrigerator and oven
- Descale the dishwasher and coffee maker
- Empty, wipe, and reorganize cabinets and the pantry
- Degrease the range hood and backsplash
- Toss expired food and wipe down the fridge interior
Bathroom deep clean
- Scrub grout and re-caulk if needed
- Descale showerheads and faucets
- Wash shower curtains and liners
- Clean out and wipe down cabinets and drawers
- Disinfect all surfaces top to bottom
The spots most people forget
Spring cleaning is your chance to hit the areas that never come up otherwise: under and behind large furniture, mattresses (vacuum and rotate), inside the washing machine, dryer vents, garage and entryway floors, and outdoor spaces like patios and porch furniture.
When to bring in help
A full spring clean is a big undertaking, and it's the perfect time to bring in a professional deep clean so you start the season ahead instead of exhausted. At Maid With Precision we handle thorough seasonal deep cleans across the Greater Pittsburgh region — we can tackle the whole checklist for you or focus on the areas you'd rather not do yourself.
Frequently asked questions
- When is the best time to do spring cleaning?
- Early spring, once the weather is warm enough to open windows, is ideal. It lets you air out the home, wash windows and screens, and reset after months of closed-up winter air.
- How is spring cleaning different from regular cleaning?
- Spring cleaning adds the seasonal, once- or twice-a-year tasks that don't fit a weekly routine — washing windows and curtains, cleaning behind large furniture, HVAC filters, mattresses, and outdoor spaces — on top of the usual surfaces.
- Can I hire a professional for just spring cleaning?
- Absolutely. Many people book a one-time seasonal deep clean without any recurring commitment. We can handle the entire spring checklist or focus only on the areas you'd rather not tackle yourself.