Checklist

Regular House Cleaning Tasks:

Dust lamps

Light fixtures

Dust ceiling fans

Dust window ledges and blinds

Dust all furniture, shelves, and decor

Vacuum sofa and other upholstered furniture (remove cushions)

Dust baseboards, wipe down doors and doorframes, clean out all corners for cobwebs

Tidy shoe closets, vacuum all floors, carpets, rugs, and stairs

Deep Cleaning Checklist:

A deep cleaning will include all regular house cleaning tasks, plus these extras:

Clean and disinfect the inside of the oven, stove grates, and hood fan

Clean the inside of the refrigerator

Clean the inside of the dishwasher

Clean the walls behind large appliances

Clean ceiling fans

Change bedsheets

Wash windows

Deep clean carpets

Wash shower curtain

Clean grout and soap scum from shower tiles

Wash or shampoo rugs

Clean gutters

Move-In/Out Cleaning Checklist:

Dust baseboards, window sills, and shelves

Dust light fixtures, replace burnt out light bulbs

Remove cobwebs, clean doors and walls

Clean interior of closets

Wipe interior and exterior of cabinets and drawers

Sweep, mop, or vacuum floors

Clean shower, tub, sinks, and toilet

Clean laundry machines

Remove carpet stains

Wipe down and disinfect all countertops

Cleaning Checklist for Airbnb:

Wash and change bedsheets

Wash towels and bathrobes

Clean the kitchen, throw out leftover food

Dust furniture and other surfaces

Wipe down countertops

Sweep and mop floors

Vacuum carpets and rugs, vacuum all sofas and underneath furniture

Clean toilets, showers, and bathtubs

Disinfect door knobs, light switches, and remotes

Take out trash and replace the garbage bag

Bedroom Cleaning Checklist:

Clean window coverings

Reposition furniture as necessary to vacuum

Dust all furniture

Vacuum room and closet floors

Clean mirrors and picture frames

Return furniture to original positions

Make bed

Bathroom Cleaning Checklist:

Remove all dirty towels and washcloths

Dust all surfaces, including light fixtures and decor

Clean and disinfect shower, bathtub, and sinks (inside and out)

Clean and disinfect toilet bowl, seat, lid, tank, flush handle, and base

Clean and shine all mirrors, chrome, and tile

Remove hair from bathtub drain

Wipe cabinet fronts, fixtures, and countertops

Vacuum and mop floor, replace rugs

Empty and replace wastebasket

Kitchen Cleaning Checklist:

Dust tops of kitchen cabinets and appliances

Wipe down countertops and cabinets

Wipe down stovetop

Clean microwave inside and out, including turntable

Clean dishwasher, soak stove drip pans and knobs in sink

Clean and dry all appliance surfaces

Shine stainless steel appliances

Clean burner grates and oven control knobs

Clean and disinfect kitchen sink

Wipe cupboard fronts, tables, and chairs

Sweep and mop floor, replace rugs

Empty and replace wastebasket

Living Areas Cleaning Checklist:

Dust from top to bottom with a microfiber cloth

Remove lint from all furniture, vacuum upholstered furniture and floor

Clean picture frames

Clean window coverings

Wipe down light fixtures, switches, and outlets

Dust and clean TV

Clean coffee tables and end tables

Clean fireplace and mantel

Weekly Cleaning Checklist:

Clean oven and microwave

Wipe down kitchen appliances

Vacuum floors and furniture

Sweep all floors

Mop kitchen and bathroom floors

Change bedding

Sanitize sponges

Disinfect door knobs and light switches

Monthly Cleaning Checklist:

Wash windows

Wipe baseboards

Clean blinds and curtains

Dust and clean grime from ceiling fan blades

Dust and vacuum air vents

Wipe chair rails

Wash blankets

Wash mattress pads

Deep clean kitchen appliances

Clean out pantry

Scrub tile grout

Clean light fixtures

Spot treat carpet and upholstery

Wipe down door frames

Clean garage

Clean laundry room and washing machines

Wash rugs

Clean out dryer vent

Clean trash cans

Essential Cleaning Supplies:

Vacuum cleaner, with attachments for hardwood and carpet

Bucket or container to carry supplies

Mop and bucket, duster (both long and short)

Dustpan and broom

Paper towels/microfiber cloths (have separate, color-coded ones for the kitchen and bathroom)

Glass cleaning cloths

Protective rubber gloves

Cleaning brushes (use disposable toilet brushes)

Laundry bag (for old rags)

Disinfectant wipes (perfect for bathroom and kitchen surfaces)

Shoe covers (to keep floors clean)

Spray bottle (to store homemade products and all-purpose cleaners)

Trash bags