Spring is the perfect time to refresh your home after the winter months. This checklist is designed for Derby homes, with attention to the challenges our local conditions bring—hard water, condensation from closed windows, and the accumulated dust of heating season.

Before You Start

Clear surfaces and declutter—cleaning around piles is inefficient
Open windows for ventilation (finally!)
Gather supplies: all-purpose cleaner, limescale remover, microfibre cloths, vacuum
Start high, work down—dust falls

Living Room

Dust ceiling lights, fans, and cornices
Clean inside window frames and tracks
Wash windows inside (wait for a cloudy day to avoid streaks)
Move furniture and vacuum underneath
Dust skirting boards and radiators
Clean light switches and door handles
Wash cushion covers if removable
Vacuum upholstery, including under cushions

Kitchen

Kitchens accumulate grease and grime from winter cooking. Pay special attention to the extractor fan, which will have been working hard.

Deep clean oven inside (or book professional clean)
Degrease extractor fan and filters
Clean hob, including under burner caps
Empty, defrost, and clean fridge/freezer
Wipe inside all cupboards
Descale kettle and coffee machine
Clean dishwasher filter and run a hot empty cycle
Wash splashback tiles and grout

Bathroom

Derby's hard water means limescale is a constant battle. Spring is the time to tackle the build-up properly. See our limescale removal guide for stubborn deposits.

Descale shower head (soak in white vinegar)
Deep clean shower screen and door tracks
Scrub tile grout (consider re-sealing if stained)
Clean behind and around toilet
Descale taps and plugholes
Wash shower curtain or replace
Clean bathroom extractor fan
Wipe inside medicine cabinet

Bedrooms

Wash all bedding including duvets and pillows
Flip or rotate mattress
Vacuum mattress surface
Dust tops of wardrobes
Clean inside wardrobe and drawer interiors
Wash curtains or vacuum blinds
Dust bedside lights and lampshades

Often Forgotten Areas

Inside bins—wash and disinfect
Door frames and top of doors
Light fixtures and lampshades
Behind the sofa and TV unit
Remote controls and electronics
Washing machine door seal and detergent drawer

Need Help?

A full spring clean is a big job. Many Derby families book a professional deep clean to kick off the season, then maintain with regular cleaning. We can tackle the whole house or just the areas you dread most—like the oven or bathrooms.

Spring Cleaning Checklist for Derby Homes