The Best Spring Cleaning Guide
This winter was a rough one, especially in Pittsburgh. Now that the snow is melting, it’s the perfect time to give your rental property a refresh. In order to help you get your security deposit back as well as enjoy the warmer months, we’ve put together the best spring cleaning checklist for you to follow.
Universal Tasks For Any Home
To start, these simple tasks work for every type of home, from Steel City apartments to suburban townhomes.
The “Fridge Reset”
- Pull all drawers and shelves out and wash them in the sink with warm, soapy water. While those are drying, throw out old/expired food and wipe down the exterior. Just like that, your fridge feels brand new.
Shower head Descaling
- Improve your water pressure without calling maintenance! Tie a bag of vinegar around your shower head overnight. Then, in the morning, scrub and rinse with dish soap to remove mineral buildup.
Light fixture dusting
- Brighten your rooms for free. Dusting your light bulbs and fixtures allows more light to filter through, which will make your rental feel cleaner and brighter instantly.
Apartment Spring Refresh Checklist
If you’re living in a multi-unit building or a smaller flat, focus on these high-impact areas.
Balcony/Patio sweep
- Clear the cobwebs and dust from outdoor nooks. As a result, your outdoor space will be ready for the first warm Pittsburgh evening.
Cabinet De-Greasing
- In many apartments, kitchen grease tends to float up and settle on the tops of cabinets. To combat this, wipe the area down with warm soapy water to remove the residue.
- Quick Tip: Place wax paper down after cleaning. Next spring, you can simply peel and replace it with no scrubbing required!
AC intake cleaning
- Wipe down the metal grated and slats of the air conditioning intake. This provides cleaner, dust-free air and helps your unit run more efficiently during those humid PA summers.
Townhouse & Single-Family Home Spring Cleaning
For those with a bit more square footage, don’t overlook these exterior and entryway zones.
Outdoor Living Wash
- If you have a private deck or patio, wash the railing and flooring with dish soap and water. It’s the best way to prep for grilling season.
Entryway “Salt-Strip”
- Western PA winters mean road salt. In order to clear that salt residue, give your entryway a deep sweep as winter grime can also damage flooring.
Window Clearing
- Wipe down the inside of your windows and similarly, clear the window track of debris. As a result, maximum sunlight will shine into your space, highlighting your hard work.
As you’re refreshing your space for the warm season ahead, don’t forget the essentials: test those smoke detectors & check out your HVAC filters. While a clean unit is great, a safe and efficient one is even better.
Once your spring cleaning checklist is complete, you can finally jump into summer with total peace of mind!
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