March House Cleaning Checklist

March house cleaning checklist: Some tasks only need to be done once or twice a year. The problem is that we forget to do them once or twice a year. Or else we tend to save it all for spring cleaning, which makes it such a daunting chore that it doesn't occur.

I've found the best plan is to break down annual and seasonal tasks by month and tackle them daily or weekly. This way, nothing gets too backed up, and things eventually get done.

Concentrating on one room or area each month is more rewarding because you can see the results. Here's the March house cleaning checklist schedule that works best for me.

A clean, well-lighted place begins with clean light fixtures. Clean ceiling fixtures, lamps, sconces, anything that has a bulb.

Clean hardwood floors, tile floors, linoleum, and other floor surfaces, and seal them.

And while you're at it, call the pros to schedule a carpet cleaning, too.

Think small. Think small appliances. Think "clean small appliances." 

Tackle the toaster, the toaster oven, the microwave - and show them who's boss.

Get a jump on the taxman. Use this month to clean out your office drawers and files and surprise your accountant with all your receipts for a change.

Consider organizing your paperwork more efficiently, so this task will be easier next year.

Does not compute? Maybe it needs cleaning. Clean your computer, keyboard, and mouse.  And while you're at it, tackle your all-in-one printer, too.

Clean out all those extra books, magazines, papers, etc.

Recycle, resell, or donate them. Here's how to get your home paperwork organized.

Put winter clothes, ski clothes, sweaters, etc., into storage. This is also an excellent opportunity to reorganize your clothes.