Your Ultimate Spring Cleaning Checklist

The Junkluggers can help with our comprehensive spring cleaning guide. Download and print our free spring cleaning checklist below!

Having trouble keeping up with your Spring cleaning? We’ve created this handy, in-depth spring cleaning checklist to keep you on schedule and alleviate your stress. Organized by room, this checklist will get you back on track in no time at all!

During your spring cleaning project, you will likely come across several items you no longer want or need. Fortunately, The Junkluggers can help you discard these items. Give us a call and our luggers can remove any items you want to purge.

Our dedicated team will make every effort to donate, recycle, and otherwise ethically dispose of your unwanted items. What’s more, you’ll receive a tax-deductible receipt within 14 business days for items we donate and someone in your community will receive much-needed furniture or clothing.

We frequently offer same day and next day appointments!

Whole-Home Spring Cleaning Tips:

Click to download & print our free ultimate spring cleaning checklist!

Before we dive into each room, let’s go over some general tips that will ensure a smooth decluttering experience. These spring cleaning tips apply to every room in your home. Do these first, room-by-room, or at the end of your spring cleaning journey for a deep and satisfying clean.

• Clean from top to bottom! You don’t want ceiling debris falling on your freshly mopped floors
• Start with a specific area, particularly the exit zone (i.e. the garage)
• Determine your project’s end goal
• Wash baseboards, walls, doors, windows & window sills
• Vacuum & clean vents
• Dust & shine lights, ceiling fans, lamp shades & replace any burnt light bulbs
• Spring clean the green way! Use reusable rags rather than paper towels and non-toxic cleaning products such as lemon, baking soda and vinegar!
• Before you buy new storage items - reuse some you may already have
• Remove clutter - Find a sustainable Junk Removal Company to help (that's us!)

The Junkluggers is an additional resource for you to use so that you don’t have to worry about disposing of your unwanted items!

How to Clean Your Kitchen:

Need your old fridge removed? Our Luggers can help!

Your kitchen is the heart of your home, so it requires special attention during spring cleaning. When you follow these general rules of thumb, you can rest assured knowing that your kitchen will be left pristine.

• Wash your cabinets
• Remove clutter from countertops
• Vacuum fridge coils
• Clear out your pantry
• Deep clean your oven
• Vacuum & mop behind your fridge
• Dust the tops of fridge, stove, & appliances
• Clean your fridge inside & out (that means taking out drawers!)
• Use citrus fruit rinds to clean your garbage disposal naturally while also leaving your drain smelling fresh

Looking to say goodbye to unwanted pots, utensils, or appliances? Responsibly disposing of these items can be tricky. Fortunately, The Junkluggers can have these items out of your home in no time at all with our expert appliance removal and junk removal services. From spatulas to microwaves, our professionals will make every effort to donate, recycle, or otherwise ethically dispose of your unwanted kitchen items.

Bedroom Organizing & Cleaning Tips:

Your bedroom is where you start and end your day. It is a space where you can relax and unwind, so it is crucial that you focus on your bedroom during your spring cleaning project.

• Wash all bedding, including comforters, sheets, & throw pillows
• You can even use the vacuum’s upholstery & crevice tools to clean the top & sides of your mattress
• Flip your mattress!
• Get rid of items you no longer want or need
• Give your once loved items a new life by donating what you no longer need

Closet Organization & Cleanout Tips:

When you feel like it’s time to scrap the clothing items that you no longer need, use our quick and trusty closet organization checklist.

• Dispose of any trash including shopping bags and tags
• Remove everything from your closet and organize into piles:
  • Items you wish to donate
  • Items you need to iron
  • Items that can be folded
  • Items that can be hung up
• Vacuum and wipe down your closet and any shelving
• Replace folded clothes, using drawer dividers if available
• Replace hanging clothes
• Iron wrinkled items and return to your closet
• Keep extra hangers on one side of your closet for when you’ll need them

If your bedroom has been taken over by items you no longer want or need, The Junkluggers can help. Don’t stress about getting rid of these items when you partner with us. We make bedroom decluttering and junk removal simple!

Declutter Your Office Space:

Crowded desk space can seriously impact your productivity. That is why it is crucial to regularly declutter your office. Don’t neglect your office space during your spring cleaning project!

• Vacuum entire floor, including any rugs or carpeting
• Dust decorative items, shelves, & window sills
• Organize drawers & desk area, get rid of items you no longer want or need
• Get rid of broken or unused electronic waste. Electronic waste makes up a large portion of toxic waste so it is very important to donate or recycle them properly!

Need to dispose of an old computer monitor or some other junk crowding your office space? The Junkluggers can help. Our professionals are happy to help with your e-waste recycling or junk removal project.

Selling Your Home?

Downsizing? Let The Junkluggers help!

Spring is one of the best times to sell your home and relocate. However, moving is a time and labor intensive project. We offer a few tips and tricks for dealing with this stressful process:

• Get rid of excess clutter in your home
• Consider the timing of your move; try to avoid moving on the weekend
• Think about the weather in your new area and how it could impact your move

There is no need for you to concern yourself with the details of your home decluttering, allow The Junkluggers to assist you with your junk removal project!