When the leaves start to change in Cincinnati and cooler weather rolls in, it's the perfect time to tackle a regular deep cleaning before the holidays. Fall is when families spend more time indoors, so creating a spotless home now sets you up for a cozy season of gatherings, football games, and hot cocoa.
To make the process easier, we've pulled together a house cleaning checklist that covers your entire house from ceiling to floor. With a mix of everyday cleaning supplies and help from Zerorez, you can enjoy a cleaner, healthier, and more comfortable home this fall.
Start at the Top: Ceilings, Fans, and Fixtures
Ceiling fans & ceiling trim: Use a damp microfiber cloth or a brush attachment on your vacuum to remove dust and cobwebs from hard-to-reach areas.
Light fixtures & picture frames: Wipe surfaces gently with a microfiber cloth. For glass globes, a bit of warm water and dish soap goes a long way.
Dust window treatments: Vacuum fabric drapes with a brush attachment or wipe blinds with a paper towel lightly dampened in soapy water.
Pro Tip: Starting at the top means you don't have to repeat cleaning! When you clean your floors, but then dust the ceiling fan, you wind up with dust all over your freshly cleaned space!
Living Room and Dining Room
Dust surfaces: From shelving units and TV screens to wood furniture, wipe surfaces using a soft microfiber cloth.
Upholstery & cushions: Vacuum thoroughly to remove pet hair and dirt. If your sofa or chairs are in bad shape, Zerorez offers professional upholstery cleaning for a fresh, soft finish.
Dining room tables & chairs: Wipe surfaces and polish wood with the right wood cleaner, following the manufacturer's instructions.
Kitchen Deep Clean
Fall meals mean more time in the kitchen, so it deserves special attention.
Small appliances: Wipe down your coffee maker, coffee pot, and toaster. Run a cycle with vinegar and hot water through your coffee maker to descale it.
Stainless steel appliances: Use a damp cloth and mild dish soap, or follow up with rubbing alcohol for streak-free shine. Always check the manufacturer's instructions.
Pantry shelves & refrigerator coils: Clear out expired items, vacuum food particles, and clean shelving units with soapy water.
Garbage disposal: Sprinkle baking soda followed by warm water to freshen it up. Adding lemon peels can help eliminate odors.
Stainless steel sink: Scrub with baking soda and rinse with hot water for a polished finish.
Bathrooms
Toilet bowl: Use a toilet bowl cleaner and a sturdy toilet brush. Don't forget to wipe the outside with a microfiber cloth.
Shower walls & shower doors: Remove soap scum buildup using a mix of vinegar and water, or a mild cleaner safe for glass shower doors.
Shower head: Soak in vinegar for a few hours to clear mineral deposits.
Shower curtain & bath mats: Wash fabric curtains and toss mats into the laundry.
Mirrors: A spritz of glass cleaner and a quick polish with a paper towel will leave them streak-free.
Bedrooms
Bedding strip: Wash sheets, comforters, and pillow covers. Rotate mattresses and vacuum with a brush attachment to catch dust and pet hair.
Closets: Wipe shelving, vacuum the floor, and consider donating clothes you no longer need.
Laundry Room
Wipe down your washer and dryer, including knobs and buttons.
Vacuum behind and beneath appliances to pick up lint and dust.
Clean lint traps and, if possible, check dryer vents. For safety and efficiency, Zerorez offers professional dryer vent cleaning that will help your system run smoothly and keep your home safe.
Floors and Finishing Touches
Remove cobwebs from corners and baseboards.
Clean floors: Sweep and mop hard floors.
Carpets and area rugs: Vacuum thoroughly. For a longer-lasting clean, schedule Zerorez professional carpet and area rug cleaning. Our Zr™ Water leaves your carpets cleaner, longer, without soapy residue.
Other surfaces wipe: Don't forget window tracks, picture frames, and TV screens to get that truly "finished" look.
When to Call a Professional Cleaner
Some tasks are perfect for DIY with basic cleaning supplies, but others require a professional touch. Zerorez Cincinnati is here to help with:
Carpet cleaning - Insanely Clean Carpets® that dry faster and stay cleaner longer.
Air duct cleaning - Remove dust and improve your HVAC efficiency before winter.
Upholstery cleaning - Refresh well-loved furniture and remove lingering odors.
Tile and grout cleaning - Brighten up dull floors and eliminate back-breaking scrubbing.
Make This Fall the Season of a Spotless Home
Cleaning your entire house may feel overwhelming, but breaking it into manageable steps with this house cleaning checklist makes it doable. A few minutes each day adds up to big progress. For the deep cleaning tasks that go beyond DIY, trust Zerorez Cincinnati.
Book your fall cleaning today and enjoy A Smarter, Lasting Clean™ before the holidays arrive!