Free House Cleaning Checklist Template

House Cleaning Checklist


Prepared by: [YOUR NAME]

Date: [DATE]


Daily Cleaning Checklist

Area

Tasks

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.


Weekly Cleaning Checklist

Area

Tasks

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.


Monthly Cleaning Checklist

Area

Tasks

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.


Seasonal/Quarterly Cleaning Checklist

Area

Tasks

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.

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