Guests review cleanliness first. Turnover is fast, so a written list keeps every stay consistent. Use it yourself or as the scope for a cleaning team.
25 items across 5 sections.
Arrival check
- Walk the property and note damage, missing items or left-behind belongings
- Photograph any issue before cleaning
- Open windows briefly to air out the space
Kitchen
- Dishes washed, dried and put away
- Refrigerator emptied of leftovers
- Counters, stovetop and sink cleaned and dried
- Microwave wiped inside
- Coffee maker and small appliances cleaned
- Trash and recycling emptied
- Floor swept and mopped
Bathrooms
- Toilets, sinks, tubs and showers scrubbed
- Mirrors and fixtures polished
- Fresh towels and bath mats set out
- Toiletries and paper products restocked
- Floors mopped
Bedrooms and living areas
- Beds stripped and remade with fresh linens
- Pillows fluffed and blankets folded
- Surfaces and remote controls wiped
- Under-bed and behind-door spots checked
- Floors vacuumed
- Windows and glass doors spot-cleaned
Ready for the next guest
- Welcome materials and house guide in place
- Lights, thermostat and locks set
- Final walkthrough against the checklist
- Photo of the ready space for your records
Tips
- Keep a laundry rotation so linens are always ready
- Restock supplies on a fixed schedule
- Add a same-day cleaning slot to your calendar for late check-outs
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