Checklist: Basic Cleaning
Kitchen & Dining
☐ Dust cobwebs from lights and corners
☐ Dust all ceiling fans, light fixtures, vents, and lamps
☐ Dust all flat surfaces, shelves, and décor
☐ Dust all windowsills and frames
☐ Clean and sanitize sink, backsplash, and countertops
☐ Wipe down exteriors of small appliances (toaster, coffee maker, etc.)
☐ Clean interior and exterior of microwave
☐ Clean exterior of oven, range, and refrigerator
☐ Clean stovetop including glass, burners, and controls
☐ Clean exterior of all cabinets and drawers
☐ Take out trash, disinfect garbage can, and replace liner
☐ Tidy counters, tables, and chairs
☐ Sweep, vacuum, and mop all floors
Bathrooms
☐ Dust cobwebs from lights and corners
☐ Clean all mirrors and glass surfaces
☐ Dust ceiling fan, light fixtures, and vents
☐ Dust all windowsills and frames
☐ Clean and wipe shower, tub, doors, and faucets
☐ Clean hardware — towel racks, toilet paper holders, etc.
☐ Clean and sanitize counters, sinks, and faucets
☐ Wipe exterior of cabinets and handles
☐ Sanitize toilet inside and out (including base and behind)
☐ Dress toilet paper roll neatly
☐ Empty trash, disinfect can, and replace liner
☐ Tidy personal items, shower curtain, and towels
☐ Clean interior door surfaces
☐ Sweep, vacuum, and mop all floors
Common Rooms (Living Room, Hallways, etc.)
☐ Dust cobwebs from lights and corners
☐ Dust ceiling fan, light fixtures, vents, and lamps
☐ Dust all flat surfaces, shelves, and décor
☐ Dust all windowsills and frames
☐ Dust and wipe electronics, TVs, and entertainment units
☐ Clean interior door surfaces
☐ Tidy couch, fluff pillows, and arrange throws
☐ Sweep, vacuum, and mop all floors
Total Property
☐ Wipe down washing machine and dryer
☐ Clean and tidy laundry room
☐ Clean and tidy office area (do not disturb papers)
☐ Dust all ceiling fans and vents
☐ Dust all tables, consoles, hutches, and entertainment centers
☐ Dust picture frames, décor, and knickknacks
☐ Dust and fluff drapes and curtains
☐ Dust windowsills
☐ Sweep, vacuum, and mop all floors
Final Walk-Through
☐ Ensure all items are neat and tidy
☐ Ensure no lint or hair on hard surfaces
☐ Straighten curtains, drapes, and blinds
☐ Arrange towels, blankets, pillows, mats, and rugs neatly
☐ Turn off all lights
☐ Collect and put away all cleaning products and supplies
☐ Leave business card or cleaning bundle
☐ Lock front and back doors and any lock boxes
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Add-Ons (Available Upon Request)
☐ Oven interior cleaning
☐ Refrigerator interior cleaning
☐ Kitchen cabinet interiors
☐ Wash and put away dishes
☐ Clean baseboards, blinds, interior windows, frames, and sills
☐ Vacuum couch and under cushions
☐ Wash & fold laundry; tidy laundry room
☐ Sweep patio or entryway