Spring cleaning can be overwhelming, even for people who stay on top of their household chores throughout the year. There are so many tasks to take care of, from washing the windows to dusting the lightbulbs.

Among the many spring-cleaning jobs are those that don't take much time, like laundering the pet's bedding or dusting the ceiling fans. Checking them off your spring-cleaning to-do list now will clear the way for more labor-intensive deep-cleaning tasks down the line. Here are six things to get done when you have a few spare moments before you start your annual deep clean.

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1. Pet Beds and Bedding

If it's been a bit since you laundered your pet's bed, or bedding like blankets, pillows, and tuffets they snooze on, this is a good time to take care of it. Start by using a sticky roller or a vacuum to remove as much fur as possible. Then, launder the bed according to the instructions on its care tag, using an unscented, pet-safe detergent.

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2. Electronics

Electronics like televisions, gaming equipment, and computers attract dust that builds up quickly. Dust electronics with a microfiber cloth, and don't forget to clean cords and cables, where dust, hair, and other debris can turn into dust bunnies that cling like burrs.

3. Ceiling Fans

Experts recommend cleaning ceiling fans every two to three months. At a minimum, they should be cleaned twice a year, when you switch the blades' direction in spring and fall. This simple job won't take much time and will markedly improve the air quality in your home.

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4. Refrigerator Coils

Regularly cleaning refrigerator coils helps the appliance run efficiently, extending its life and keeping energy costs down. Experts suggest cleaning refrigerator components with a coil-cleaning brush every six months, but if you live in a household with pets or in a highly dust-prone area, you might find that more frequent cleaning is needed.

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5. Baseboards

Baseboards should be dusted regularly, but they are easy to overlook during routine cleaning. If you've neglected your baseboards, taking care of what can be a dreaded chore will be one less thing to do when your true spring cleaning rolls around. Methods for deep cleaning baseboards include vacuuming, using a duster with an extendable handle, or dusting with a dryer sheet.

6. Ledges and Edges

Door frames, windowsills, picture frames, and other ledges and edges where dust settles are easy to overlook when cleaning. Ideally, these dust-prone items should be cleaned monthly, but since they're often overlooked, they typically end up on your seasonal cleaning to-do list. Get a jump on the job by taking care of them now.