Your Complete Home Cleaning Schedule

Keeping your home clean can feel like an overwhelming task, but with a structured cleaning schedule, you can stay on top of household chores with ease. Whether you're looking for a daily cleaning routine or an annual deep clean, this guide will help you establish a realistic cleaning schedule that works for your lifestyle.

How Often Should You Clean Your Home?

You should be completing small cleaning tasks at least once a day, while longer, deep cleaning tasks can be carried out once a week, once a month or annually.

A well-planned home cleaning schedule should include short, manageable tasks every day to maintain a tidy living space. This prevents dirt and grime from building up and stops you from spending entire days tackling cleaning jobs. 

How to Make a Cleaning Schedule

Creating a home cleaning schedule starts with a plan. First, we want a list of all household tasks we need to include in our schedule. Walk around your home from room to room and note down everything that needs cleaning. We then want to split these tasks into manageable chunks to create a realistic cleaning plan that won't leave us spending days cleaning at a time:

Daily Cleaning Tasks

Daily cleaning tasks should be quick and easy to complete, helping to maintain a consistently clean home. These tasks take just a few minutes but make a big impact on the appearance of your home. Over time, these tasks might even become second nature, and you won't even have to think about them!:

• Make the bed

• Do laundry (as needed)

• Wash dishes / empty the dishwasher

• Wipe down kitchen counters

• Take out the rubbish

 

 

Weekly Cleaning Tasks

A weekly cleaning schedule includes cleaning tasks that are slightly longer than your daily chores helping keep your home fresh and hygienic. These tasks may vary depending on your lifestyle, but common weekly cleaning jobs include:

• Wash bedding and towels

• Dust furniture and surfaces

• Vacuum and mop floors

• Clean mirrors and glass surfaces

• Deep clean the bathroom (sink, toilet, shower, and bathtub)

These tasks will change and vary depending on your lifestyle. For instance, pet owners may want to add tasks around cleaning pet toys, washing pet bedding and grooming.  

 

 

Monthly Cleaning Tasks

Monthly cleaning tasks focus on deep cleaning areas that don’t need to worry about on a regular basis but shouldn’t be neglected for too long. Some key tasks include:

• Wipe down walls and doors

• Dust ceiling fans and light fixtures

• Organise cupboards and drawers

• Clean windows and mirrors

• Clean the microwave and other small kitchen appliances

 

 

Yearly (Spring Cleaning) Tasks

A yearly deep clean is a great way to refresh your home after months of everyday use. Many choose to do their annual deep clean in spring to freshen up their home in time for summer. These deep-cleaning tasks ensure that every corner of your home is spotless. Your spring cleaning checklist might include:

• Shampoo carpets and rugs

• Deep clean upholstery

• Wash windows inside and out

• Declutter and organise storage spaces

• Power wash patios and driveways

• Clean the dish washer and washing machine

For more information about spring cleaning, read our blog all about when you should start spring cleaning. 

 

Cleaning Schedule Tips for Success

To make your cleaning routine more manageable, consider these expert cleaning schedule tips:

• Create a physical schedule - Creating a physical schedule to stick on your fridge can be a great way to remind yourself and others of your cleaning tasks for the week. Even the act of physically ticking something off the list can feel more like an achievement.

• Involve the family – Assign specific tasks to each household member to share responsibilities. This can reduce the amount of stress and time needed to complete all tasks as a whole.

• Set a timer – Allocate 15-30 minutes a day for cleaning to stay on track.

• Follow the “one-minute rule” – If a task takes less than a minute, do it immediately to prevent clutter.

• Use efficient cleaning tools – Invest in high-quality appliances like vacuum cleaners and steam mops to make cleaning easier.

 For the best results, equip yourself with high-quality home appliances from Direct Vacuums that make cleaning faster and more effective. Browse our range of vacuums and floorcare products, carpet cleaners, and kitchen appliances to make your home cleaning routine easier than ever! Your cleaning schedule shouldn’t break the bank, so that’s why we stock a range of refurbished vacuum cleaners, offering the same high-quality performance without the price tag. 

Home Cleaning Essentials from Direct Vacuums 

Hoover TH31BO02 Pet Bagless Upright Vacuum Cleaner Breeze Evo Lightweight Hepa

Our price: £69.99 RRP: £99.99 (Save £30.00)

• Breeze evo achieves an excellent 'a+' rating for energy efficiency, which means it is eco friendly and could save you money on your electricity bills.

• Breeze evo features an extension tube, long crevice tool and a 2-in-1 upholstery tool / dusting brush that will help you to clean all over your home.

• The long 4.5m stretch hose means you can vacuum a 13-step staircase in one go, with no need to hold or balance the vacuum on the stairs.

• Included is a powerful rotating mini turbo brush to loosen and lift stubborn pet hair, leaving your stairs, carpets and upholstery beautifully clean.

 

Vax CLSV-B4KS ONEPWR Blade 4 Cordless Stick Upright Vacuum Cleaner 18V 0.6L

Our Price: £74.99  RRP: £219.99  (save £145.00)

• Powerful cordless suction performance from 25.2V li-ion battery and brushless DC motor.

• Automatically adjusts power based on dust and debris for improved energy efficiency.

• Blockage and maintenance alerts to prevent suction loss.

• Easy power control with trigger on handle.

• Wide selection of accessories included.

• Lightweight at 2.6kg for easy carrying.

• LED lights on floor head ensure no dirt is missed, and 0.6L dust container is easy to empty.

 

Vax Dual Power Carpet Cleaner

Our Price: £84.99  RRP: £229.99  (Save £145.00)

• Lightweight and maneuverable, weighing 5.8kg

• Dual rotating brush bars for deep cleaning

• Twin tank technology separates dirty and clean water

• User-friendly design for easy filling and emptying of water tanks

 

Vax S86-SF-C Steam Mop Fresh Combi 10 in 1 Multifunction Cleaner

Our Price: £49.99  RRP:179.99  (Save £130.99)

• Powerful steam output: 1600-watt heating element, allowing it to generate a powerful steam flow for effective cleaning.

• Long reach: With an 8-meter power cord, this steam cleaner offers a generous cleaning radius without the need to constantly switch power outlets.

• Large water tank: The 0.46-liter water tank capacity allows for extended cleaning sessions without frequent refills.

• Fast heat-up time: The steam cleaner is ready to use in just 20 seconds, minimising wait times and maximising cleaning efficiency.

• Extended steam time: Each full tank provides up to 15 minutes of continuous steaming time.

• Consistent steam flow: The steam flow rate of 12g/min ensures a consistent and powerful cleaning action.

• Adjustable steam control: The variable steam control feature allows users to customise the steam output for different surfaces and cleaning tasks, while the overheat protection feature prevents accidental damage to the appliance.

• Versatile cleaning: The included accessories expand the steam cleaner's functionality and enable cleaning of a variety of surfaces and areas around the home.

• Lightweight and portable: Weighing in at 3.7kg, it’s lightweight and easy to maneuver, making it convenient for cleaning various areas and carrying up and down stairs.