Home Cleaning Services

• Check for damage, maintenance issues, or evidence of smoking

• Report any issues immediately to property manager

• Check for items left behind by previous guests (report before discarding)

• Take before photos if necessary

• Review any special instructions for the property

Bedding & Linens

• Strip all used linens (fitted sheet, flat sheets, duvet insert, pillowcases)

• Replace with fresh, laundered linens

• Make bed with: fitted sheet, flat sheet, duvet insert, top flat sheet

• Place pillows per bed with clean pillowcases

• Check linens for stains, damage, or hairs before making bed

Furniture & Surfaces

• Dust and wipe down nightstands (check inside drawers)

• Dust and wipe down dressers (tops and underneath)

• Wipe down all furniture surfaces

• Check under bed for items or debris

• Ensure furniture is properly arranged

Details

• Wipe down light switches with disinfectant

• Wipe down door handles (inside and outside)

• Dust window sills and blinds

• Dust lamps and lamp shades

• Empty and clean trash containers

• Check closets for left-behind items

• Ensure overhead lights are off, lamps are on

Floors

• Vacuum all carpeted areas thoroughly

• Mop hard floors

Cleaning & Sanitizing

• Sanitize sink and all countertops

• Sanitize and scrub shower/tub including:

• Grout lines

• Tiles

• Glass doors (no water spots or streaks)

• Shower fixtures

• Check for soap scum buildup

• Clean and disinfect toilet:

• Inside bowl

• Outside surfaces

• Under seat

• Around base

• Clean mirrors (streak-free)

• Wipe down cabinet fronts and handles

• Check vents for dust

Linens & Supplies

• Replace used towels with fresh, clean ones

• Place 1 clean hand towel in bathroom

• Fold bath mat neatly for guest presentation

• Restock toilet paper

Details

• Check for stray hairs on all surfaces

• Wipe down light switches

• Wipe down door handles

• Clean faucets (check for buildup around base)

• Empty and clean trash bin

Appliances

• Clean and sanitize refrigerator:

• Remove all leftover food items

• Wipe down interior shelves and drawers

• Clean exterior (no fingerprints or smudges)

• Clean freezer:

• Empty completely

• Wipe down interior

• Clean microwave:

• Interior (no food splatter)

• Exterior (no fingerprints)

• Turntable

• Clean stove/oven:

• Stovetop

• Oven interior (if needed)

• Exterior and control panel

• Empty and clean dishwasher

• Verify dishwasher is completely empty

Surfaces & Sink

• Clean and sanitize all countertops

• Clean and sanitize sink and faucet

• Wipe down backsplash

• Wipe down cabinet fronts and handles

• Wipe down drawer handles

Trash & Details

• Empty and clean trash bin

• Replace trash bag

• Ensure all dishes, utensils, and cookware are washed and stored

• Check cabinets for any food remnants

Furniture & Surfaces

• Reset any furniture that was moved

• Vacuum/lint roll couch and chairs (check for hairs and stains)

Dust and wipe down all surfaces including

• Coffee tables

• Side tables

• Shelves

• Entertainment center/TV stand

• Clean and dust all furniture (tops and underneath)

Electronics & High-Touch Areas

• Wipe down TV screen (no streaks)

• Wipe down and disinfect remote controls

• Clean electronic devices and entertainment systems

• Wipe down thermostat controls

• Wipe down light switches

• Wipe down door handles (inside and outside)

Floors

• Vacuum all carpeted areas

• Mop all hard floors

Windows & Doors

• Dust window sills

• Clean blinds

• Wipe down door frames

Final Details

• Check all amenities and appliances are in working order

• Verify all light bulbs are working (report any burnt out bulbs)

• Ensure proper temperature settings

• Do final walk-through for any missed areas

Before Leaving

• Nothing wet left in washer

• Dishwasher is empty

• Overhead lights off, lamps can stay on

• All trash removed from property

• All cleaning supplies organized and inventory noted

• Check inside all drawers and closets for left-behind items

• All doors and windows are secure

Quality Assurance

• Beds made with fresh linens (no hairs, stains, or damage)

• All bathrooms spotless and fully stocked

• Kitchen clean and restocked

• All floors swept/vacuumed and mopped

• All high-touch surfaces disinfected

• Property is guest-ready

Communicate Issues Immediately

• Property damage

• Maintenance problems (leaky faucets, broken appliances, etc.)

• Missing items or inventory needs

• Safety concerns

• Guest left-behind items (before disposal)

Documentation

• Completion Photos

• Report any special circumstances or delays

• Note any items that need restocking