Vacuum all upholstered furniture, including under the cushions.Clean all fixtures including switch plates and doorknobs.Clean out bathroom cabinets and properly discard out-of-date products.Treat any mold or mildew in the shower stall.Wash or freshen heavier winter bedding.Vacuum under the bed and all furniture.As you move through the rooms in your home, follow our list to make sure everything gets the attention it needs. If you've taken it easy during the summer and only gotten rid of the most visible grime, it's time to do a deeper cleaning, especially in those places that you have been forgetting to clean, including your cleaning tools. The Spruce Home Improvement Review Board.