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Cleaning Schedule Generator
Answer six questions and get a cleaning plan sized to your home: what to do every day, every week, every month, and each season of a Pacific Northwest year. Print it or save it. Nothing you enter leaves your browser.
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Example plan for a two-bedroom, one-bath home with two people, no pets, and hardwood floors. Change the answers to fit yours.
Every day
- Wipe kitchen counters and the stovetop after cooking; leave the sink empty (Kitchen)
- Ten-minute reset: put things back, clear surfaces, take out overflowing trash (Whole home)
- Hang towels and bath mats to dry; squeegee or wipe the shower walls (Bathroom)
Every week
- Vacuum all floors and rugs (once a week) (Floors)
- Clean toilets, sinks, tub or shower, mirrors, and bathroom floors (Bathroom)
- Clean the kitchen sink, microwave interior, and appliance fronts; wipe cabinet handles (Kitchen)
- Change bed sheets and pillowcases (Bedrooms)
- Dust reachable surfaces with a damp microfiber cloth, top to bottom (Whole home)
- Empty all trash and recycling; wipe the bins if sticky (Whole home)
- Damp-mop hard floors (hardwood) with a cleaner suited to each surface (Floors)
Every month
- Vacuum and wipe baseboards, door frames, and vent covers (Whole home)
- Clean the dishwasher filter and wipe the door gasket (Kitchen)
- Wipe out the fridge, toss expired food, and clean the door seals (Kitchen)
- Wash shower curtain liner and bath mats; descale the showerhead if spots build up (Bathroom)
- Dust ceiling fans, light fixtures, and blinds (Whole home)
- Check window sills and tracks for condensation and black spots; wipe dry (Windows)
Fall (before the rains)
- Set up a full entry system: outdoor mat, indoor absorbent mat, boot tray, and a spot for wet umbrellas and coats (Entry)
- Clean and test bathroom and kitchen exhaust fans so they actually move air (Ventilation)
- Deep clean the oven and range before holiday cooking (Kitchen)
Winter (the wet months)
- Watch indoor humidity; EPA recommends keeping it below 60%, ideally 30-50%. Run fans or a dehumidifier if windows stay wet (Whole home)
- Wipe condensation from windows in the morning; check closets on exterior walls for musty smells (Windows and closets)
- Wash entry mats and clean muddy grout and baseboards near doors (Entry)
Spring (deep clean)
- Wash interior windows, screens, and tracks (Windows)
- Move furniture to vacuum underneath; wash or dry clean curtains (Whole home)
- Empty and wipe kitchen cabinets and the pantry; wipe tops of cabinets (Kitchen)
- Wash walls and doors where hands touch, and the trim around them (Whole home)
Summer (dry season)
- Air out closets and rotate seasonal clothing and bedding (Bedrooms)
- Clean the dryer vent duct and behind the washer and dryer (Laundry)
- Clean the fridge coils and behind major appliances (Kitchen)
How the generator decides
The plan starts from a baseline routine and adjusts it for what changes how fast a home gets dirty: floor area and bathrooms, how many people are home, pets, and the floors you have. Carpet with pets, kids, or allergies moves vacuuming to twice a week. Natural stone adds a reminder to avoid acidic cleaners. Weekly jobs are split into two to four short sessions so you never lose a whole day.
The seasonal list is written for the Pacific Northwest: entry systems and ventilation before the rains, humidity and condensation in winter, a deep clean in spring, and the dry-season jobs in summer. For the reasoning behind each task, see How often should you deep clean and keeping a home clean in the rainy season.
Sources
- A Brief Guide to Mold, Moisture and Your Home, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (indoor humidity guidance).
- Carpet care and cleaning, Carpet and Rug Institute.
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