Seasonal Cleaning Swaps: What to Change in Your Routine Each Season
As the seasons shift, so do your home’s cleaning needs. What worked in the summer may not cut it in the winter. Dust builds up in closed-up homes, mud tracks in during rainy months, and pollen coats everything in the spring. A year-round clean home requires seasonal adjustments to your routine—simple swaps that align with weather, lifestyle, and seasonal messes.
At Big Big Clean, we believe your cleaning plan should evolve with your environment. This blog breaks down practical seasonal cleaning swaps so you can keep your home fresh, healthy, and ready for every change the calendar brings.
1. Spring: Fresh Starts and Pollen Defense
Spring is prime time for deep cleaning, thanks to longer days and the urge to reset after winter.
Key Spring Cleaning Swaps:
- Swap heavy linens for lighter bedding and wash or store winter items
- Deep clean windows and screens to let in fresh air and sunshine
- Vacuum and dust more frequently—especially around vents, baseboards, and blinds to combat pollen
- Declutter closets and donate unused winter clothing
- Clean ceiling fans before using them so you are not spreading dust
Focus Areas: Windows, baseboards, under furniture, closets, light fixtures
Pro Tip: Add an air purifier to reduce pollen and dust in high-allergy zones.
2. Summer: Sand, Sweat, and Smell Control
Summer brings outdoor fun—along with dirt, sweat, and humidity. Your cleaning priorities should shift to managing foot traffic and moisture.
Key Summer Cleaning Swaps:
- Wash entry rugs weekly to remove outdoor debris
- Clean patio furniture and grill grates regularly
- Wipe down door handles and fridge surfaces more frequently
- Add baking soda to garbage cans and laundry bins to fight odors
- Keep fans, A/C filters, and dehumidifiers clean for healthier airflow
Focus Areas: Entryways, kitchens, bathrooms, outdoor spaces
Pro Tip: Wash sheets and pillowcases more often—sweat and oil build up fast in summer.
3. Fall: Prepping for Indoors and Allergens
As we start spending more time indoors, fall is all about creating a cozy, clean environment and prepping for colder weather.
Key Fall Cleaning Swaps:
- Swap out summer clothes and deep clean closets
- Vacuum upholstered furniture and area rugs before holiday hosting
- Clean fireplace and chimney before first use
- Wipe down light fixtures and replace air filters for indoor air quality
- Start a “donation bin” for unused summer items
Focus Areas: Living rooms, storage closets, kitchen appliances, entryways
Pro Tip: Add weather stripping to doors and windows and wipe down frames to remove summer dust.
4. Winter: Warmth, Germ Defense, and Deep Cleans
Cold weather and closed windows trap allergens and germs inside. Winter cleaning should focus on hygiene, comfort, and indoor air quality.
Key Winter Cleaning Swaps:
- Disinfect high-touch areas more frequently (remotes, light switches, handles)
- Clean and flip mattresses at the start of the season
- Wash throw blankets and pillow covers more often
- Vacuum and mop more frequently to control indoor dust
- Deep clean humidifiers and change filters regularly
Focus Areas: Bedrooms, family rooms, bathrooms, high-touch surfaces
Pro Tip: Keep a shoe tray by the door to contain snow, mud, and salt from tracking inside.
5. How to Create a Year-Round Seasonal Cleaning Plan
Seasonal cleaning swaps are about adjusting, not overhauling. Build a basic yearly schedule and layer seasonal tasks on top of your regular cleaning.
Quarterly Plan Sample:
- Spring: Declutter, dust, deep clean windows, rotate wardrobe
- Summer: Odor control, laundry ramp-up, outdoor furniture care
- Fall: Fireplace prep, deeper dusting, storage shift
- Winter: Germ prevention, textiles refresh, comfort-focused zones
Pro Tip: Print your plan and post it on the fridge—or sync it to your family calendar for reminders.
6. When to Call in the Pros
No matter how dialed in your seasonal cleaning routine is, some jobs are better left to professionals—especially deep cleans, allergen control, or hard-to-reach areas.
Professional cleaning services can help with: ✔ Seasonal deep cleaning
✔ High-touch surface sanitizing
✔ Upholstery and carpet cleaning
✔ Window and vent cleaning
✔ Pre-holiday prep or post-winter resets
At Big Big Clean, our team provides custom seasonal services that refresh your home when it needs it most.
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Visit our website to learn more about our seasonal cleaning services and book an appointment today. Let us help you transition from one season to the next—cleanly and effortlessly.
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Phone: +1 603 892 1322
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Address: 16 Natick Street, Nashua, NH 03063
At Big Big Clean, we’re here to help your home stay fresh through every season of the year. Let us take care of the details so you can focus on what each season brings.
