A deep cleaning checklist helps you tackle every area of your home efficiently, from bathrooms and kitchens to bedrooms and common spaces. With the right tools, targeted steps, and a room-by-room approach, you can achieve a spotless space—or leave it to Justlife’s expert cleaners for a professional, time-saving solution.
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A deep cleaning checklist is your best friend when it comes to keeping your home fresh, healthy, and organized. Whether you’re preparing for a seasonal clean, moving into a new place, or simply giving your home a well-deserved refresh, having a room-by-room plan ensures nothing gets overlooked.
Justlife brings you a professional deep cleaning checklist that you can keep on hand at all times. You can also book a professional deep cleaning service directly from Justlife, where expert cleaners arrive at your home with all the necessary tools and a proven checklist to make every corner spotless.
Before you begin, make sure your cleaning kit is ready to go. While deep cleaning doesn’t require overly complicated products, using effective and eco-friendly solutions can make the job easier and safer.
Recommended cleaning supplies:
Protective gloves – To shield your skin from harsh cleaning agents.
All-purpose cleaner – Store-bought or homemade.
Glass cleaner (Windex) – For windows, mirrors, and shiny surfaces.
Bicarbonate of soda (baking soda) – Excellent for scrubbing and deodorizing.
White vinegar – A natural disinfectant and limescale remover.
Dish detergent – Cuts grease on surfaces and cookware.
Sponges – Use separate ones for kitchen and bathroom areas.
Microfiber cloths or paper towels – For streak-free drying.
Vacuum with attachments – To reach into corners and crevices.
Mop or steam cleaner – For floors.
Hard-floor broom or vacuum – For sweeping before mopping.
Tip: Keep all supplies in a portable cleaning caddy so you can easily move from room to room without forgetting anything.
Tub, fixtures, and grout
Use a baking soda and water paste for stubborn stains.
Scrub fixtures with a toothbrush to reach small gaps.
Polish chrome taps with a microfiber cloth for shine.
Shower curtain & liner
Machine wash on a gentle cycle if fabric or plastic is washable.
Air dry completely to prevent mold growth.
Replace liners that are worn out or discolored.
Mirrors & tiles
Wipe with vinegar and water solution for streak-free results.
Pay attention to corners and edges where soap scum collects.
Fridge & freezer
Unplug and remove all food.
Wash shelves and drawers with warm soapy water.
Vacuum the coils and clean under the fridge if possible.
Cabinets & drawers
Empty and wipe down inside with a damp cloth.
Use a crevice attachment to vacuum crumbs from corners.
Tables, chairs, and furniture
Wipe all surfaces, paying attention to chair legs and undersides.
Garbage bins
Scrub with hot soapy water and disinfect to remove odors.
Wash duvet covers, pillow shams, and bed skirts according to care labels.
Clean under and behind furniture, especially the headboard.
Dust all surfaces with a damp microfiber cloth.
Rotate or flip mattresses every six months for even wear.
Vacuum upholstery, including under seat cushions.
Wipe wooden or metal furniture with a damp microfiber cloth.
Clean carpets and rugs—consider steam cleaning for a deeper refresh.
Remove all items, sort, and declutter.
Wipe shelves, walls, and baseboards before replacing items.
Avoid overcrowding clothes to allow air circulation.
Baseboards & walls
Wipe down with a non-abrasive sponge to remove scuff marks and dust.
Light fixtures & ceiling fans
Turn off power before cleaning.
Use a damp microfiber cloth to remove dust.
Floors
Sweep or vacuum, then mop thoroughly.
Spot-clean stains on carpets with a vinegar-water-dish soap mix (test first).
Curtains & blinds
Wash or dry clean curtains if fabric allows.
For blinds, use a dampened sock over your hand to wipe slats individually.
Windows & sills
Remove dust before using glass cleaner.
Use a squeegee for streak-free results.
Even with a checklist, deep cleaning can take hours—sometimes days—especially for larger homes or busy households. That’s when booking a Justlife deep cleaning service becomes invaluable. Professionals follow a structured checklist, use specialized tools, and ensure every detail is taken care of, saving you time and effort.
Area | Task |
|---|---|
Bathroom | Scrub bathtub with baking soda paste |
Scrub grout between tiles | |
Clean and polish taps and fixtures | |
Clean around fixtures with toothbrush | |
Wash fabric shower curtain | |
Replace worn or dirty shower liner | |
Wash or air-dry shower curtain rings/hooks | |
Clean mirrors with vinegar-water solution | |
Wipe wall tiles with a microfiber cloth | |
Kitchen | Unplug fridge and remove food |
Wash fridge shelves and drawers with soapy water | |
Vacuum fridge coils and clean underneath | |
Wash cabinet fronts with warm soapy water | |
Vacuum crumbs from drawers with crevice tool | |
Wipe kitchen table legs and chair legs | |
Clean inside garbage and recycling bins | |
Bedroom | Wash duvet cover |
Wash pillow shams | |
Wash bed skirt/dust ruffle | |
Clean under the bed | |
Clean behind headboard | |
Dust all bedroom furniture with microfiber cloth | |
Rotate or flip mattress | |
Living Room | Vacuum sofa upholstery |
Vacuum under sofa cushions | |
Wipe coffee tables and side tables with microfiber cloth | |
Vacuum carpets and rugs | |
Steam clean rugs if needed | |
Closets | Remove all items from closet |
Declutter and donate unused items | |
Wipe closet shelves | |
Wipe closet baseboards | |
Wipe closet walls | |
Reorganize clothing and avoid overcrowding | |
Baseboards/Walls | Wipe baseboards with damp cloth |
Remove scuff marks from walls | |
Spot-clean wall stains with sponge | |
Lights/Fans | Turn off light/fan power |
Dust light fixtures with microfiber cloth | |
Wipe each ceiling fan blade with damp cloth | |
Vacuum lampshades if fabric | |
Floors | Sweep all hard floors |
Vacuum carpets and rugs | |
Mop hard floors | |
Spot-clean carpet stains with vinegar-water solution | |
Scrub tile grout | |
Curtains/Blinds | Wash curtains if fabric allows |
Dry clean delicate curtains | |
Wipe blinds with damp cloth or sock | |
Windows/Sills | Remove loose dust from glass and frames |
Clean glass with window cleaner | |
Wipe sills with microfiber cloth | |
Dry sills thoroughly to prevent damage |
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