How Often Should You Clean Your House? A Room-by-Room Schedule

Most people clean when the house starts to bother them. A simple schedule works better, because small, regular tasks keep the big jobs from piling up. Here is a realistic house cleaning schedule you can adjust for your household.

Daily: the five-minute reset

• Wipe kitchen counters and the stovetop after cooking.
• Load or run the dishwasher and clear the sink.
• Sweep high-traffic spots, like the entry and under the table.
• Hang towels and make the beds.

Weekly: the main clean

• Bathrooms: toilets, sinks, mirrors, tubs and showers, and floors.
• Kitchen: wipe appliance fronts, clean the microwave, and mop.
• Living areas: dust surfaces, vacuum floors and rugs, and wipe frequently touched spots like light switches and door handles.
• Bedrooms: change sheets and vacuum.
• Take out all trash and recycling.

Monthly: the details people skip

• Dust baseboards, ceiling fans and vents.
• Clean the inside of the microwave and wipe down the refrigerator shelves.
• Wipe cabinet fronts and spot-clean walls near light switches.
• Vacuum under furniture and along edges.
• Wash trash cans and clean the washing machine.

Twice a year: the deep clean

• Clean the inside of the oven.
• Wash windows and tracks and wipe blinds.
• Move the sofa and appliances to clean behind them.
• Wash curtains and rotate or flip mattresses.

How often should a professional clean?

It depends on your household size, pets, and how much time you have. Many busy households choose recurring cleaning every week or every two weeks, and a monthly visit works for smaller homes that stay tidy between visits. If it has been a while since the last thorough clean, start with a deep clean and then move to a regular schedule.

Solas serves homes in Middle Tennessee, including Clarksville, Nashville, Franklin and Brentwood. Request a quote and I will help you choose a schedule that fits.