Michigan winters are hard on a home in specific, predictable ways — road salt, dry indoor heat, and months of closed windows all leave their mark. Here's a spring checklist built around exactly that.

Entryways & floors

  • Deep clean entry mats and boot trays — salt residue accumulates here all winter
  • Scrub salt stains off hardwood and tile near entry points
  • Vacuum and, if needed, professionally clean carpets that trapped months of salt and moisture
  • Wipe down baseboards near entryways where salt dust settles

Windows & light

  • Wash windows inside and out — months of closed windows means grime builds up on both sides
  • Clean window tracks and sills, where winter condensation often leaves buildup
  • Dust blinds and curtains, which trap indoor allergens over a closed-window winter

Air quality & vents

  • Replace or clean HVAC filters — winter heating season is hard on them
  • Dust vent covers and returns throughout the home
  • Consider a professional carpet clean if allergies have been noticeably worse this winter

Kitchen & bathrooms

  • Deep clean the oven and range hood after a winter of more indoor cooking
  • Descale faucets and showerheads (Michigan's harder water areas benefit especially)
  • Clean grout lines that tend to get neglected during the busy holiday-to-winter stretch

Whole-home reset

  • Wipe down all baseboards and door frames
  • Dust ceiling fans (many get switched off all winter and collect dust undisturbed)
  • Launder or professionally clean heavier winter bedding before storing it
  • Wipe light switch plates and door handles — high-touch surfaces through flu season

Why spring is the right time for a professional deep clean

A closed-up Michigan winter means months of reduced airflow and increased indoor time, which compounds dust and allergen buildup more than most other seasons. Booking a professional deep clean in early spring resets that buildup right as everyone starts opening windows and spending more time enjoying the home again.