House Cleaning Checklist
A simple room-by-room list of what a thorough clean covers — use it at home, or let our team handle it for you.
How to use this checklist
Pick the rooms
Focus on a few rooms at a time instead of the whole house.
Work top to bottom
Dust high spots first, then surfaces, then floors last.
Check it off
Tick each task so nothing gets missed or done twice.
Room-by-room checklist
Kitchen
- Wipe countertops and backsplash
- Clean stovetop and knobs
- Wipe microwave inside and out
- Wipe appliance fronts
- Scrub sink and faucet
- Wipe cabinet fronts and handles
- Empty trash
- Sweep and mop floor
Bathrooms
- Scrub and disinfect toilet
- Clean tub, shower, and glass
- Wipe sink, vanity, and faucet
- Clean mirrors streak-free
- Polish chrome fixtures
- Empty trash
- Mop floor, including behind toilet
Living areas
- Dust fans and light fixtures
- Dust shelves, tables, and TV stand
- Wipe switches and door handles
- Straighten cushions and throws
- Vacuum rugs and upholstery
- Vacuum or mop floors
Bedrooms
- Straighten or change bed linens
- Dust nightstands and dressers
- Wipe mirrors and glass
- Clear surfaces
- Vacuum under reachable furniture
- Vacuum or mop floor
How often each task needs doing
Every clean
- Counters, sinks, and stovetop
- Toilets, tubs, and showers
- Dust reachable surfaces
- Vacuum and mop floors
- Empty trash
Once a month
- Baseboards and door frames
- Inside the microwave
- Window sills and tracks
- Blinds and lampshades
- Under light furniture
A few times a year
- Inside the oven
- Inside the fridge
- Inside cabinets and drawers
- Interior windows
- Grout scrubbing
Monthly and yearly tasks are part of our deep cleaning service.
Checklist FAQs
What order should I clean my house in?
Start with the dirtiest rooms like the kitchen and bathrooms, and work top to bottom in each room so dust falls onto floors you haven't cleaned yet.
How is this different from a deep clean?
This list covers regular upkeep. A deep clean adds the monthly and yearly tasks, like baseboards, inside appliances, and grout.
Does Bright Side follow a checklist?
Yes. Our cleaners use the same room-by-room checklist on every visit so the results stay consistent.
Can I ask you to focus on certain rooms?
Of course. Tell us your priorities when you request an estimate and we'll plan the visit around them.
Which areas do you serve?
Studio City and nearby San Fernando Valley cities. See our service areas page for the full list.
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