October House Cleaning Checklist

October house cleaning checklist: Some tasks only need to be done once or twice a year, such as cleaning the gutters, washing windows, or deep-cleaning carpets. The problem is that we forget to do them once or twice a year. 

Otherwise, we tend to save it all for spring cleaning, which makes it such a daunting chore that it doesn’t occur, either. 

The best plan is to break down annual and seasonal tasks into monthly tasks and tackle them on a daily or weekly basis. This way, you can avoid feeling overwhelmed and experience a sense of accomplishment as things eventually get done.

Concentrating on one room or area each month is more rewarding because you can see the results. It's a great feeling of accomplishment. Here's the October house cleaning checklist that works best for me.

Clean your windows before winter sets in. This ensures that maximum sunlight enters your home during the darker winter months, helping keep it warm and reducing energy costs. Here's how to get your windows clean for less cash.

Caulk around windows to keep the warm air in and the cold air out. Not only will you be more comfortable, but you'll also save on energy bills, making it a smart and cost-effective solution. 

Put up storm windows and doors.

Get started preparing your home for the chilly winter season ahead. Fall is the perfect time to begin thinking about winterizing your home.

Launder and iron holiday linens. Now is the time to begin preparing for holiday entertaining.

Clean crystal, china, and silver. Bring out your best pieces and rid them of a year's worth of storage-accumulated dust.

If it's time for the clocks to fall back, it's probably time to change smoke alarm batteries, too.

Shining brass doorknobs and other metallic objects is the final monthly checklist chore.