The House Cleaning To-Do List this Fall

Summer is ending, and the beautiful fall weather and foliage are around the corner. While the weather begins to cool, it’s important to do some cleaning before you hunker down for winter. Don’t let the phrase “spring cleaning” fool you; each season comes with some specific cleaning recommendations from Christina’s Complete Clean. Take the stress out of the mounting to-do list by enlisting our help! We’ll do the house cleaning while you enjoy the season. Our house cleaning recommendations this fall put you one step closer to hosting this holiday season!

Fall home cleaning checklist:

Vacuum upholstered furniture

Opened windows during the summer come with dust and dirt. While dust on tables and countertops is visible, sometimes it’s not as easy to tell on upholstered furniture. Fall is a great time to vacuum and clean furniture and cushions.

Clean walls, ceilings, and carpet

Dust, wash, rinse, and dry walls and floorboards. Dust ceilings, light fixtures, and ceiling fan blades. Switch your ceiling fans to the clockwise setting to circulate warm air this winter. After dusting all of the surfaces above the floors, it’s a great time to clean floors, rugs, and carpets.

Clean windows

Windows, drapes, and blinds need dusting and washing this fall. Check the cleaning instructions on drapes, as some are machine washable while others are dry clean only. Replace screens with storm doors to keep the heat inside.

Check detectors and filters

Check smoke and carbon monoxide detectors for function. Replace batteries, if needed, and review fire safety with your family members. Check the filters in your furnace regularly, and replace every 3 months.

The home cleaning to-do list seems overwhelming this time of year. Each season brings specific home cleaning recommendations. In the fall, it’s all about dusting and washing surfaces in anticipation of winter. Working ahead by starting in early fall is a great way to make the holiday season brighter. For the best home cleaning with old-fashioned elbow grease, call the experts at Christina’s Complete Clean at (317) 564-4244.

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