March Home Maintenance Checklist And To-Do List

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By J.Blackstone · Updated October 16, 2026

Quick AnswerMarch checklist: keep spring cleaning going by focusing on the basement and bedrooms, sort and organize closets, and get the house ready for warmer months.

Busy families, it’s time to get your home ready for spring! Our March Checklist will help you tackle spring cleaning, organize your spaces, and prepare for the warmer months ahead.

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🌸 Spring Cleaning

Continue working on your Spring Maintenance Checklist by focusing on the basement and bedrooms. Here’s a detailed guide to help you through the process:

Bedrooms

✅ Wash pillows, bedspreads, and blankets.
✅ Clean fan and light diffusion bowl.
✅ Vacuum, wash, or paint walls.
✅ Clean molding and paint as needed.
✅ Clean switch plates and electrical outlets.
✅ Wash/polish doors.
✅ Drawers and cabinets: clean/polish and remove scratches.
✅ Clean and polish doorknobs and drawer pulls.
✅ Shampoo the mattress.
✅ Vacuum and clean the bed frame.
✅ Clean baseboards.
✅ Unroll and thoroughly clean blinds.
✅ Wash curtains.
✅ Dry-clean or wash drapes as indicated.
✅ Wash windows and molding.
✅ Clean the radiator or clean the furnace vents. Remove the cover and vacuum duct.
✅ Remove and clean wall and ceiling objects.

Polish metal and wood frames
Clean handwork
Clean chains
Macrame hangers
Wind chimes
Plant hangers
Wash baskets

Vacuum smoke alarms and replace batteries
Wash scatter rugs and mats
Treat carpet stains
Shampoo carpet
Clean under large area rugs
Polish and repair wood floors
Move and clean under furniture
Dump and cull bookcases and shelves
Clean and polish furniture
Clean cobwebs between legs and underneath furniture
Accessories

Clean and change silk flower arrangements
Brush, vacuum, wash or replace lampshades.
Wash baskets
Clean and polish metal objects, e.g., frames and candlesticks
Polish glass and mirrors
Clean ceramic objects
Clean vases and plant pots
Sort and clean toys

Move seasonal clothing to storage (see clothes)
Organize closets, drawers, shoes, and jewelry
When the closet is empty: clean rods and shelves. Vacuum floors.
Line drawers with shelf paper. Add a new cedar ball.

💡 Quick Tip: Check out our Saving Money on Groceries: Food Inventory article for tips on organizing your pantry and saving money on groceries.

Check For Repairs Needed And Add To The Fix-It List

Loose drawer pulls
Sagging door hinges
Sagging or broken hinges on furniture
Check caulking below the windows
Broken light fixtures
Squeaky floors
Look for frayed electrical cords
Broken outlets and switches
Scratches on furniture
Check furniture legs
Worn ripped or stained linens, pillows, comforters, or throw rugs

Clothes

Move seasonal clothes to storage: polish shoes and resole if needed. Wash or dry clean, and mend clothes. Store in airtight containers with moth repellent. Toss worn, outdated, or stained clothing.

March Checklist For Basement

Repairs:

Seal any cracks or leaks in basement walls
Inspect for insects and rodents. Treat.
Check door and window locks. Repair and lubricate.
Cabinets- loose drawer pulls, sagging hinges on cabinets and doors, and Check legs
Check caulking below windows
Replace loose or damaged floor tiles
Broken light fixtures
Broken electrical outlets and switches
Look for broken window panes
Check window glazing
Check all electrical cords

Wax washer/dryer
Wash walls/paint as needed
Clean light diffusion bowls
Clean blinds, drapes, or curtains
Dump and cull storage spaces

Quarterly

Check locks on doors and windows-repair damaged locks.
Repair any doors or windows that are not closing properly.
Clean under decks and porches

Car

Twice Yearly
(check the owner’s manual and with a mechanic for recommended maintenance for your vehicle. Do maintenance essential for warranty.)
Replace points and condenser.
Replace spark plugs.
Check spark plug wires.
Check and adjust ignition timing.
Drain and replace the coolant.
Clean crankcase breather.
Check the PVC valve.
Lubricate u-joint.
Check the condition of brake pads and shoes.
Check the transmission fluid level and condition of the fluid.
Lubricate clutch shift and or pedal linkage.
Rotate tires and check tread depth.
Lubricate linkage and pivots on windshield wipers.
Check the brake line for any leaks.

Laundry

Quarterly

Check machine hoses
Check the dryer exhaust tube for debris and lint.
Clean duct, damper, and space under the dryer
Make sure the exterior vent cover closes completely when not in use.

📌 Don’t forget to check out our March Holiday Checklist, March Best Buys, and Spring Maintenance articles for more tips and ideas.

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❓ Questions People Ask

What Should I Do First On My March Checklist?

Start by focusing on spring cleaning tasks, such as washing bedding, cleaning fans and light diffusion bowls, and vacuuming or painting walls.

How Often Should I Do Spring Cleaning?

Spring cleaning is typically done twice a year, once in the spring and once in the fall.

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March Checklist: Spring Cleaning And Home Management Tips